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SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21163

CLYDGB21163 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Inverness, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21163

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21163
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code163
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchLongman Inverness
CityInverness
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
163 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 SWIFT code CLYDGB21163?

The code CLYDGB21163 belongs to Longman Inverness, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Inverness, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of CLYDGB21163 mean?

CLYD is the bank code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 163 identifies the branch Longman Inverness.

Do I need CLYDGB21163 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CLYDGB21163.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21163?

CLYDGB21 is the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21163 points to Longman Inverness. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLYDGB21163 if the recipient asks for it.

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