SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1RFT
BOFSGBS1RFT belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1RFT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | RFT |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Fleming Trsut Service (122718 |
| 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.
- RFT 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1RFT?
BOFSGBS1RFT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Fleming Trsut Service (122718, 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.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have 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.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1RFT?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1RFT points to Fleming Trsut Service (122718. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1RFT.
Do I need BOFSGBS1RFT to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1RFT.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1RFT with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1RFT with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.