SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21617
CLYDGB21617 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21617 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 617 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Paddington Financial Solutions Centre |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 617 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 is behind SWIFT code CLYDGB21617?
CLYDGB21617 identifies Paddington Financial Solutions Centre, a branch or department of Clydesdale Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of CLYDGB21617 stand for?
CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 617 identifies the branch Paddington Financial Solutions Centre.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use CLYDGB21617 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLYDGB21617 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLYDGB21617 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 CLYDGB21617.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.