SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21122
CLYDGB21122 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Castle Douglas, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21122 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 122 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Castle Douglas |
| City | Castle Douglas |
| Country | United 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.
- 122 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21122?
The code CLYDGB21122 belongs to Castle Douglas, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Castle Douglas, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLYDGB21122 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLYDGB21122.
Does Clydesdale Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21122?
CLYDGB21 is the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21122 is Castle Douglas. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21122.
What is the best 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.