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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1SLG

BOFSGBS1SLG belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1SLG

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1SLG
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch codeSLG
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchSonata Group LTD (122746
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.
SLG 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 BOFSGBS1SLG?

BOFSGBS1SLG identifies Sonata Group LTD (122746, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1SLG?

BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1SLG is Sonata Group LTD (122746. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1SLG.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1SLG with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1SLG against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.

Do I need BOFSGBS1SLG for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1SLG.

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