SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21134
CLYDGB21134 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21134 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 134 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cambridge Ifs |
| City | Cambridge |
| Country | United 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.
- 134 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 BIC CLYDGB21134?
CLYDGB21134 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cambridge Ifs, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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.
What do the letters in CLYDGB21134 mean?
CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 134 identifies the branch Cambridge Ifs.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21134?
CLYDGB21 is the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21134 points to Cambridge Ifs. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21134.
What happens if I use CLYDGB21134 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLYDGB21134 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.