SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21631

CLYDGB21631 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Worcester, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21631

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21631
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code631
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchWorcester Fsc
CityWorcester
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Clydesdale Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
631 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 CLYDGB21631?

CLYDGB21631 identifies Worcester Fsc, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Worcester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Clydesdale Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Clydesdale Bank PLC.

What happens if I use CLYDGB21631 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLYDGB21631 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before sending.

How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need CLYDGB21631 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CLYDGB21631.

Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21631?

CLYDGB21 is the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21631 points to Worcester Fsc. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLYDGB21631 if the recipient asks for it.

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