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SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21081

CLYDGB21081 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21081

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21081
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code081
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchClydesdale Gold 99
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Clydesdale Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
081 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 code CLYDGB21081?

CLYDGB21081 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Clydesdale Gold 99, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter CLYDGB21081 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLYDGB21081 with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in CLYDGB21081 mean?

CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 081 identifies the branch Clydesdale Gold 99.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need CLYDGB21081 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLYDGB21081.

How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC 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.

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