SWIFT/BIC code CLRBGB22139

CLRBGB22139 belongs to Clearbank in Wroxham, United Kingdom.

CLRBGB22139

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLRBGB22139
8-character codeCLRBGB22
Branch code139
BankClearbank
BranchClearbank Agency Routing
CityWroxham
CountryUnited 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.
139 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 CLRBGB22139?

The code CLRBGB22139 belongs to Clearbank Agency Routing, a unit of Clearbank in Wroxham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Clearbank take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need CLRBGB22139 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CLRBGB22139.

Does Clearbank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 161 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clearbank in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter CLRBGB22139 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLRBGB22139 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use CLRBGB22 instead of CLRBGB22139?

CLRBGB22 is the head office of Clearbank, while CLRBGB22139 is Clearbank Agency Routing. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLRBGB22139.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.