SWIFT/BIC code NOSCGB2AXXX
NOSCGB2AXXX belongs to Bank of Nova Scotia in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOSCGB2AXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOSCGB2A |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Nova Scotia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Nova Scotia SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NOSC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NOSCGB2AXXX?
NOSCGB2AXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Bank of Nova Scotia in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Nova Scotia.
Does Bank of Nova Scotia have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Nova Scotia in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Nova Scotia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of NOSCGB2AXXX mean?
NOSC is the bank code of Bank of Nova Scotia, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2A is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Is NOSCGB2A and NOSCGB2AXXX the same code?
Yes. NOSCGB2A is the 8-character version of NOSCGB2AXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank of Nova Scotia in London.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Nova Scotia in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.