SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1TT9
BOFSGBS1TT9 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1TT9 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | TT9 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Bank of Scotland Lt Dean Clough Ag16 |
| City | Halifax |
| 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.
- TT9 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1TT9?
BOFSGBS1TT9 identifies Bank of Scotland Lt Dean Clough Ag16, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1TT9?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1TT9 points to Bank of Scotland Lt Dean Clough Ag16. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGBS1TT9 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1TT9 mean?
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 TT9 is the code of the department Bank of Scotland Lt Dean Clough Ag16.
What is the cheapest 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1TT9 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1TT9.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.