SWIFT/BIC code BOFSNL2AXXX
BOFSNL2AXXX belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSNL2AXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSNL2A |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
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.
- NL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BOFSNL2AXXX?
BOFSNL2AXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bank of Scotland PLC in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Scotland PLC.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in Netherlands. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Are BOFSNL2A and BOFSNL2AXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BOFSNL2A is the short version of BOFSNL2AXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Bank of Scotland PLC in Amsterdam.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSNL2AXXX to send euros to Netherlands?
Netherlands is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BOFSNL2AXXX.
What happens if I use BOFSNL2AXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSNL2AXXX 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.