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SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21303

CLYDGB21303 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21303

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21303
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code303
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchSighthill Edinburgh
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Clydesdale Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
303 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 CLYDGB21303?

The code CLYDGB21303 belongs to Sighthill Edinburgh, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need CLYDGB21303 for a euro transfer 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 CLYDGB21303.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21303?

CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21303 points to Sighthill Edinburgh. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21303.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Clydesdale Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Clydesdale Bank PLC.

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