SWIFT/BIC code BOFSUS33XXX
BOFSUS33XXX belongs to Bank of Scotland in New York,ny, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSUS33XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSUS33 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | New York,ny |
| Country | United States |
How the Bank of Scotland 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.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT code BOFSUS33XXX?
The code BOFSUS33XXX belongs to the head office of Bank of Scotland in New York,ny, United States. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Scotland does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland take in United States?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use BOFSUS33XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSUS33XXX against the details from Bank of Scotland before sending.
What do the letters in BOFSUS33XXX stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland, US stands for United States, 33 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Scotland?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BOFSUS33XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. United States uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in US Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.