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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1NFM

BOFSGBS1NFM belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1NFM

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1NFM
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch codeNFM
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchNfu Mutual Finance (121286
CityChester
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
NFM 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 code BOFSGBS1NFM?

BOFSGBS1NFM identifies Nfu Mutual Finance (121286, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use BOFSGBS1NFM incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1NFM against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.

Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

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

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1NFM?

BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1NFM is Nfu Mutual Finance (121286. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGBS1NFM if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need BOFSGBS1NFM for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1NFM.

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