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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1SEL

BOFSGBS1SEL belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1SEL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1SEL
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch codeSEL
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchSeltrade UK No 2 Branch
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited 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.
SEL 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 BOFSGBS1SEL?

BOFSGBS1SEL is the SWIFT/BIC code of Seltrade UK No 2 Branch, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Bank of Scotland PLC have 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 BOFSGBS1SEL?

BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1SEL is Seltrade UK No 2 Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1SEL.

What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of BOFSGBS1SEL stand for?

BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and SEL identifies the branch Seltrade UK No 2 Branch.

What happens if I use BOFSGBS1SEL incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1SEL with the recipient before sending.

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