SWIFT/BIC code SCBSGB21XXX
SCBSGB21XXX belongs to Scottish Building Society in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Scottish Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Scottish Building Society SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCBS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 BIC SCBSGB21XXX?
SCBSGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Scottish Building Society in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Scottish Building Society does not need a specific branch.
Is SCBSGB21 and SCBSGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. SCBSGB21 is the 8-character version of SCBSGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Scottish Building Society in Edinburgh.
Do I need SCBSGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SCBSGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Scottish Building Society?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of SCBSGB21XXX stand for?
SCBS is the institution code of Scottish Building Society, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter SCBSGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SCBSGB21XXX against the details from Scottish Building Society before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.