SWIFT/BIC code CLRBGB22157

CLRBGB22157 belongs to Clearbank in Wroxham, United Kingdom.

CLRBGB22157

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLRBGB22157
8-character codeCLRBGB22
Branch code157
BankClearbank
BranchClearbank Agency Routing
CityWroxham
CountryUnited 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.
157 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 SWIFT/BIC code CLRBGB22157?

CLRBGB22157 identifies 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 a transfer to Clearbank take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need CLRBGB22157 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CLRBGB22157.

What is the best way to send money to Clearbank in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent 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.

What does each part of CLRBGB22157 mean?

CLRB is the bank code of Clearbank, GB stands for United Kingdom, 22 is the location code and 157 is the code of the branch Clearbank Agency Routing.

Has Clearbank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 161 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clearbank in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Clearbank.

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