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SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21018

CLYDGB21018 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Clydebank, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21018

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21018
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code018
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchClydgb21018
CityClydebank
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Clydesdale Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CLYD Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
018 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 BIC CLYDGB21018?

CLYDGB21018 identifies Clydgb21018, a branch or department of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Clydebank, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21018?

CLYDGB21 is the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21018 is Clydgb21018. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21018.

What happens if I use CLYDGB21018 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLYDGB21018 with the recipient before sending.

Has Clydesdale Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Clydesdale Bank PLC.

Do I need CLYDGB21018 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CLYDGB21018.

How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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