SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21406

CLYDGB21406 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21406

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21406
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code406
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchGovan Glasgow
CityGlasgow
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.
406 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 BIC CLYDGB21406?

CLYDGB21406 identifies Govan Glasgow, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of CLYDGB21406 stand for?

CLYD is the bank code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 406 is the code of the department Govan Glasgow.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21406?

CLYDGB21 is the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21406 points to Govan Glasgow. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CLYDGB21406 if the recipient asks for it.

Does Clydesdale Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

How long does it take to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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