SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21430

CLYDGB21430 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21430

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21430
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code430
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchTollcross Glasgow
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited 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.
430 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 SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21430?

CLYDGB21430 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tollcross Glasgow, a branch or department 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 CLYDGB21430 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 430 identifies the branch Tollcross Glasgow.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21430?

CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21430 points to Tollcross Glasgow. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21430.

Do I need CLYDGB21430 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CLYDGB21430.

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 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter CLYDGB21430 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLYDGB21430 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before sending.

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