GoldexPay
Language: EN
English Nederlands Deutsch Français Español

SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21211

CLYDGB21211 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Dumbarton, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21211

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21211
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code211
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchDumbarton
CityDumbarton
CountryUnited 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.
211 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 uses SWIFT code CLYDGB21211?

CLYDGB21211 identifies Dumbarton, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Dumbarton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need CLYDGB21211 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CLYDGB21211.

What do the letters in CLYDGB21211 stand for?

CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 211 identifies the branch Dumbarton.

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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21211?

CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21211 is Dumbarton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLYDGB21211 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.