SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21506
CLYDGB21506 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Greenock, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21506 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 506 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | West End Greenock |
| City | Greenock |
| 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.
- 506 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 CLYDGB21506?
The code CLYDGB21506 belongs to West End Greenock, a branch or department of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Greenock, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CLYDGB21506 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLYDGB21506 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLYDGB21506 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLYDGB21506.
What is the best way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21506?
CLYDGB21 points to the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21506 is West End Greenock. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CLYDGB21506 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.