SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21416
CLYDGB21416 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21416 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 416 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Merrylee Park Glasgow |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 416 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code CLYDGB21416?
CLYDGB21416 identifies Merrylee Park Glasgow, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need CLYDGB21416 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CLYDGB21416.
How long does it take to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter CLYDGB21416 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLYDGB21416 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CLYDGB21416 stand for?
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 416 is the code of the department Merrylee Park Glasgow.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.