SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1PCS
BOFSGBS1PCS belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunfermline, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1PCS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | PCS |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Card Services Pitreavie |
| City | Dunfermline |
| 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.
- PCS 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 branch uses SWIFT code BOFSGBS1PCS?
BOFSGBS1PCS identifies Card Services Pitreavie, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunfermline, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1PCS incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1PCS against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1PCS?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1PCS points to Card Services Pitreavie. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BOFSGBS1PCS if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGBS1PCS for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1PCS.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.