SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21428

CLYDGB21428 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21428

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21428
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code428
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchShettleston Glasgow
CityGlasgow
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.
428 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 CLYDGB21428?

CLYDGB21428 identifies Shettleston Glasgow, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has Clydesdale Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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 happens if I use CLYDGB21428 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLYDGB21428 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21428?

CLYDGB21 points to the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21428 points to Shettleston Glasgow. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21428.

How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

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

Do I need CLYDGB21428 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CLYDGB21428.

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