SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21431
CLYDGB21431 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21431 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 431 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Trongate Glasgow |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United 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.
- 431 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21431?
The code CLYDGB21431 belongs to Trongate Glasgow, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CLYDGB21431 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLYDGB21431 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21431?
CLYDGB21 points to the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21431 is Trongate Glasgow. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLYDGB21431 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLYDGB21431 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CLYDGB21431.
What is the best way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?
Many banks 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.