SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1MT4
BOFSGBS1MT4 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1MT4 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | MT4 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Mound Trustees LTD 4 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- MT4 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 uses BIC BOFSGBS1MT4?
BOFSGBS1MT4 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mound Trustees LTD 4, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need BOFSGBS1MT4 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1MT4.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1MT4?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1MT4 points to Mound Trustees LTD 4. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGBS1MT4 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1MT4 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1MT4 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.