SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1MTW

BOFSGBS1MTW belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1MTW

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1MTW
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch codeMTW
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchMattioli Woods Pc LTD
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
MTW 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

What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1MTW?

BOFSGBS1MTW is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mattioli Woods Pc LTD, 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.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of BOFSGBS1MTW stand for?

BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and MTW is the code of the department Mattioli Woods Pc LTD.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1MTW?

BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1MTW points to Mattioli Woods Pc LTD. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1MTW.

What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1MTW with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1MTW with the recipient before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.