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SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21517

CLYDGB21517 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21517

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21517
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code517
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchInverkeithing
CityInverkeithing
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Clydesdale Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
517 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 uses BIC CLYDGB21517?

CLYDGB21517 identifies Inverkeithing, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need CLYDGB21517 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need CLYDGB21517.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21517?

CLYDGB21 points to the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21517 is Inverkeithing. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21517.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of CLYDGB21517 stand for?

CLYD is the bank code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 517 identifies the branch Inverkeithing.

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