SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21523
CLYDGB21523 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Paisley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21523 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 523 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Paisley |
| City | Paisley |
| Country | United 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.
- 523 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 is behind SWIFT code CLYDGB21523?
CLYDGB21523 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Paisley, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Paisley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21523?
CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21523 points to Paisley. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CLYDGB21523 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in CLYDGB21523 mean?
CLYD is the bank code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 523 identifies the department Paisley.
What happens if I enter CLYDGB21523 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLYDGB21523 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before sending.
Does Clydesdale Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.