SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21608
CLYDGB21608 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Lerwick, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21608 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 608 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Lerwick |
| City | Lerwick |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 608 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 BIC CLYDGB21608?
The code CLYDGB21608 belongs to Lerwick, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Lerwick, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21608?
CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21608 points to Lerwick. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21608.
What do the letters in CLYDGB21608 mean?
CLYD is the bank code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 608 is the code of the department Lerwick.
Has Clydesdale Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use CLYDGB21608 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLYDGB21608 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.