SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21230
CLYDGB21230 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21230 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 230 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Haymarket Edinburgh |
| City | Edinburgh |
| 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.
- 230 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 CLYDGB21230?
CLYDGB21230 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Haymarket Edinburgh, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CLYDGB21230 stand for?
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 230 identifies the branch Haymarket Edinburgh.
Do I need CLYDGB21230 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CLYDGB21230.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21230?
CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21230 is Haymarket Edinburgh. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21230.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.