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SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21118

CLYDGB21118 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21118

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21118
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code118
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchShettleston
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
118 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 is behind BIC CLYDGB21118?

The code CLYDGB21118 belongs to Shettleston, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in CLYDGB21118 stand for?

CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 118 identifies the department Shettleston.

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.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21118?

CLYDGB21 points to the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21118 is Shettleston. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21118.

What happens if I use CLYDGB21118 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLYDGB21118 with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need CLYDGB21118 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CLYDGB21118.

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