SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21152
CLYDGB21152 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Croydon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21152 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 152 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Croydon |
| City | Croydon |
| Country | United 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.
- 152 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/BIC code CLYDGB21152?
CLYDGB21152 identifies Croydon, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Croydon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use CLYDGB21152 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLYDGB21152 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21152?
CLYDGB21 is the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21152 points to Croydon. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CLYDGB21152 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Clydesdale Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CLYDGB21152 stand for?
CLYD is the bank code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 152 identifies the department Croydon.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.