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SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21304

CLYDGB21304 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21304

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21304
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code304
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchTollcross 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.
304 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 BIC CLYDGB21304?

CLYDGB21304 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tollcross Edinburgh, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Many banks add several percent 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.

What do the letters in CLYDGB21304 mean?

CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 304 is the code of the department Tollcross Edinburgh.

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

Do I need CLYDGB21304 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLYDGB21304.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21304?

CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21304 points to Tollcross Edinburgh. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21304.

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