SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21729
CLYDGB21729 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Rutherglen, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21729 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 729 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Rutherglen |
| City | Rutherglen |
| 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.
- 729 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 is behind BIC CLYDGB21729?
The code CLYDGB21729 belongs to Rutherglen, a branch or department of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Rutherglen, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need CLYDGB21729 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CLYDGB21729.
How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use CLYDGB21729 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLYDGB21729 with the recipient before you confirm.
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 transfer services before you send.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21729?
CLYDGB21 points to the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21729 points to Rutherglen. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLYDGB21729.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.