SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21647
CLYDGB21647 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21647 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 647 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Lombard Street London |
| 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.
- 647 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 uses BIC CLYDGB21647?
The code CLYDGB21647 belongs to Lombard Street London, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter CLYDGB21647 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLYDGB21647 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21647?
CLYDGB21 points to the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21647 is Lombard Street London. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLYDGB21647 if the recipient 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of CLYDGB21647 stand for?
CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 647 identifies the department Lombard Street London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.