SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21720
CLYDGB21720 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Prestwick, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21720 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 720 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Prestwick |
| City | Prestwick |
| 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.
- 720 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 SWIFT code CLYDGB21720?
The code CLYDGB21720 belongs to Prestwick, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Prestwick, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter CLYDGB21720 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLYDGB21720 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of CLYDGB21720 stand for?
CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 720 is the code of the department Prestwick.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
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.
Has Clydesdale Bank PLC got other 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.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21720?
CLYDGB21 is the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21720 is Prestwick. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21720.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.