SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21628
CLYDGB21628 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Nairn, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21628 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 628 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Nairn |
| City | Nairn |
| Country | United 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.
- 628 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 CLYDGB21628?
The code CLYDGB21628 belongs to Nairn, a branch or department of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Nairn, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLYDGB21628 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CLYDGB21628.
What happens if I use CLYDGB21628 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLYDGB21628 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21628?
CLYDGB21 is the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21628 is Nairn. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLYDGB21628 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.