SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21415

CLYDGB21415 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21415

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21415
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code415
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchBristol Ifs
CityBristol
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.
415 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/BIC code CLYDGB21415?

The code CLYDGB21415 belongs to Bristol Ifs, a branch or department of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Bristol, 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?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I use CLYDGB21415 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLYDGB21415 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21415?

CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21415 is Bristol Ifs. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CLYDGB21415 if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of CLYDGB21415 mean?

CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 415 identifies the department Bristol Ifs.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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