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SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21165

CLYDGB21165 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21165

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21165
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code165
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchHolburn Aberdeen
CityAberdeen
CountryUnited 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.
165 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 code CLYDGB21165?

The code CLYDGB21165 belongs to Holburn Aberdeen, a branch or department of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of CLYDGB21165 mean?

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 165 identifies the branch Holburn Aberdeen.

What happens if I enter CLYDGB21165 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLYDGB21165 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21165?

CLYDGB21 is the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21165 is Holburn Aberdeen. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLYDGB21165 if the recipient asks for it.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Has Clydesdale Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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