Bank of Ireland SWIFT Code: BOFIIE2D

The SWIFT/BIC code for Bank of Ireland is BOFIIE2D. BOFI identifies Bank of Ireland, IE stands for Ireland, and 2D is the Dublin location code. This code routes international wire transfers to Bank of Ireland accounts.

Bank of Ireland is one of Ireland's two "pillar banks" (alongside AIB). Founded in 1783, it is the oldest bank in continuous operation in Ireland. The bank serves approximately 1.9 million customers in Ireland and the UK, with a significant mortgage and corporate banking business.

Sending EUR to an Irish Bank Account

Ireland uses the euro (EUR). Irish IBANs start with IE followed by 20 characters. SEPA transfers from other eurozone countries to Bank of Ireland settle within one business day. Non-SEPA international wires in USD or GBP take 1 to 3 business days.

Bank of Ireland charges between EUR 8 and EUR 25 for incoming international transfers depending on currency. SEPA Credit Transfers within the EU are processed at the same cost as domestic payments.

Ireland's Role as a European Tech Hub

Ireland hosts European headquarters for Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft, and many other technology companies. Bank of Ireland processes payroll wires and corporate treasury transfers for a substantial portion of these operations, making BOFIIE2D a frequently used code for tech sector payments.

The bank also handles significant volumes of pharmaceutical and medical device export payments — Ireland's other major industry cluster. Cork and Galway in particular generate trade-related wire traffic through Bank of Ireland's regional branches.

How Slash fits in

Slash connects your Bank of Ireland accounts with your broader treasury view. EUR payments from tech sector clients, supplier disbursements, and cross-border payroll flows are tracked and reconciled in one place.

Bank of Ireland SWIFT Code: BOFIIE2D