SWIFT/BIC code CLRBGB22131
CLRBGB22131 belongs to Clearbank in Wroxham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLRBGB22131 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLRBGB22 |
| Branch code | 131 |
| Bank | Clearbank |
| Branch | Clearbank Agency Routing |
| City | Wroxham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Clearbank SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 131 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
Which branch is behind BIC CLRBGB22131?
The code CLRBGB22131 belongs to Clearbank Agency Routing, part of Clearbank in Wroxham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Clearbank in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLRBGB22131 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need CLRBGB22131.
What do the letters in CLRBGB22131 mean?
CLRB is the bank code of Clearbank, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the location code and 131 identifies the branch Clearbank Agency Routing.
Can I use CLRBGB22 instead of CLRBGB22131?
CLRBGB22 is the main office of Clearbank, while CLRBGB22131 points to Clearbank Agency Routing. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLRBGB22131.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.