SWIFT/BIC code CLRBGB22078
CLRBGB22078 belongs to Clearbank in Wroxham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLRBGB22078 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLRBGB22 |
| Branch code | 078 |
| Bank | Clearbank |
| Branch | Clearbank Agency Routing |
| City | Wroxham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Clearbank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 078 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 CLRBGB22078?
CLRBGB22078 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Clearbank Agency Routing, part of Clearbank in Wroxham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Clearbank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need CLRBGB22078 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CLRBGB22078.
How long does it take to send money to Clearbank in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use CLRBGB22 instead of CLRBGB22078?
CLRBGB22 is the main office of Clearbank, while CLRBGB22078 points to Clearbank Agency Routing. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLRBGB22078.
What does each part of CLRBGB22078 mean?
CLRB is the institution code of Clearbank, GB stands for United Kingdom, 22 is the code for the city or region and 078 identifies the branch Clearbank Agency Routing.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.