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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1SGR

BOFSGBS1SGR belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1SGR

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1SGR
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch codeSGR
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchScottish Gas Reserve
CityChester
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
SGR 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 BOFSGBS1SGR?

BOFSGBS1SGR identifies Scottish Gas Reserve, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more 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.

How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BOFSGBS1SGR to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1SGR.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1SGR?

BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1SGR points to Scottish Gas Reserve. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1SGR.

What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1SGR with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1SGR with the recipient before you confirm.

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