SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21704
CLYDGB21704 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Oban, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21704 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 704 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Oban |
| City | Oban |
| Country | United 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.
- 704 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 CLYDGB21704?
CLYDGB21704 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Oban, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Oban, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in CLYDGB21704 stand for?
CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 704 identifies the department Oban.
What happens if I enter CLYDGB21704 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLYDGB21704 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before sending.
Has Clydesdale Bank PLC got other 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.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21704?
CLYDGB21 points to the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21704 points to Oban. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21704.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.