SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1MCH
BOFSGBS1MCH belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1MCH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | MCH |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Private Banking Chester (124934 |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MCH Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is behind BIC BOFSGBS1MCH?
BOFSGBS1MCH is the SWIFT/BIC code of Private Banking Chester (124934, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1MCH incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1MCH with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGBS1MCH for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1MCH.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1MCH mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and MCH is the code of the branch Private Banking Chester (124934.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.