SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1PJA
BOFSGBS1PJA belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1PJA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | PJA |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Pearson Jones PLC (122608 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- PJA 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 is behind BIC BOFSGBS1PJA?
BOFSGBS1PJA identifies Pearson Jones PLC (122608, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often 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.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1PJA incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1PJA with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1PJA?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1PJA points to Pearson Jones PLC (122608. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1PJA.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1PJA stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and PJA is the code of the department Pearson Jones PLC (122608.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.