SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1PAC
BOFSGBS1PAC belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1PAC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | PAC |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | P.a.c. (802690 |
| 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.
- PAC 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 BOFSGBS1PAC?
The code BOFSGBS1PAC belongs to P.a.c. (802690, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1PAC?
BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1PAC is P.a.c. (802690. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1PAC.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1PAC incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1PAC against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Do I need BOFSGBS1PAC 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 BOFSGBS1PAC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.