SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21100

CLYDGB21100 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Banchory, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21100

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21100
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code100
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchBanchory
CityBanchory
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
100 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 code CLYDGB21100?

The code CLYDGB21100 belongs to Banchory, a branch or department of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Banchory, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take?

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

Do I need CLYDGB21100 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CLYDGB21100.

What does each part of CLYDGB21100 stand for?

CLYD is the bank code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 100 is the code of the branch Banchory.

What is the best way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Has Clydesdale Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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