SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1SUL
BOFSGBS1SUL belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1SUL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | SUL |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Suffolk Life (122606 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- SUL 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1SUL?
BOFSGBS1SUL identifies Suffolk Life (122606, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1SUL for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1SUL.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1SUL?
BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1SUL is Suffolk Life (122606. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BOFSGBS1SUL if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1SUL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1SUL against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.