SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21703
CLYDGB21703 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in North Berwick, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21703 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 703 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | North Berwick |
| City | North Berwick |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 703 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 SWIFT code CLYDGB21703?
The code CLYDGB21703 belongs to North Berwick, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in North Berwick, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Clydesdale Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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 happens if I use CLYDGB21703 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLYDGB21703 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21703?
CLYDGB21 is the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21703 points to North Berwick. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLYDGB21703 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need CLYDGB21703 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CLYDGB21703.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.