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SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21317

CLYDGB21317 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Fochabers, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21317

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21317
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code317
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchFochabers
CityFochabers
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.
317 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 bank uses SWIFT code CLYDGB21317?

CLYDGB21317 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Fochabers, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Fochabers, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21317?

CLYDGB21 is the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21317 is Fochabers. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CLYDGB21317 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use CLYDGB21317 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLYDGB21317 with the recipient before sending.

How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take?

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

Do I need CLYDGB21317 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CLYDGB21317.

Does Clydesdale Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.