SWIFT/BIC code CLRBGB22053
CLRBGB22053 belongs to Clearbank in Wroxham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLRBGB22053 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLRBGB22 |
| Branch code | 053 |
| Bank | Clearbank |
| Branch | Clearbank Agency Routing |
| City | Wroxham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Clearbank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CLRB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 053 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 CLRBGB22053?
CLRBGB22053 identifies Clearbank Agency Routing, a branch or department of Clearbank in Wroxham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in CLRBGB22053 stand for?
CLRB is the bank code of Clearbank, GB stands for United Kingdom, 22 is the code for the city or region and 053 is the code of the department Clearbank Agency Routing.
What happens if I enter CLRBGB22053 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLRBGB22053 with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Clearbank?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Clearbank in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need CLRBGB22053 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CLRBGB22053.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.