SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB2174L

CLYDGB2174L belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB2174L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB2174L
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch code74L
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchVictoria London
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
74L 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

What bank uses BIC CLYDGB2174L?

CLYDGB2174L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Victoria London, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need CLYDGB2174L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLYDGB2174L.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter CLYDGB2174L incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLYDGB2174L with the recipient 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. All of them are listed on the page of Clydesdale Bank PLC.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.