SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21402
CLYDGB21402 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Portsmouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21402 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 402 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Portsmouth Ifs |
| City | Portsmouth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Clydesdale Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 402 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 SWIFT code CLYDGB21402?
CLYDGB21402 identifies Portsmouth Ifs, a branch or department of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Portsmouth, 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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLYDGB21402 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need CLYDGB21402.
What happens if I use CLYDGB21402 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLYDGB21402 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21402?
CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21402 is Portsmouth Ifs. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLYDGB21402 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.