SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21312

CLYDGB21312 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Falkirk, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21312

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21312
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code312
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchFalkirk
CityFalkirk
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.
312 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21312?

The code CLYDGB21312 belongs to Falkirk, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Falkirk, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21312?

CLYDGB21 points to the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21312 is Falkirk. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21312.

Do I need CLYDGB21312 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 still need CLYDGB21312.

What happens if I use CLYDGB21312 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLYDGB21312 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Has Clydesdale Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.