SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21242

CLYDGB21242 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21242

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21242
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code242
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchBothwell Street Glasgow
CityGlasgow
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.
242 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 uses BIC CLYDGB21242?

The code CLYDGB21242 belongs to Bothwell Street Glasgow, a branch or department of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need CLYDGB21242 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need CLYDGB21242.

What happens if I enter CLYDGB21242 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLYDGB21242 with the recipient before sending.

Does Clydesdale Bank PLC have 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.

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