SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21849
CLYDGB21849 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Ayr, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21849 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 849 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | 81 High Street Ayr |
| City | Ayr |
| 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.
- 849 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 CLYDGB21849?
CLYDGB21849 is the SWIFT/BIC code of 81 High Street Ayr, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Ayr, 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?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter CLYDGB21849 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLYDGB21849 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21849?
CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21849 is 81 High Street Ayr. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CLYDGB21849 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Clydesdale Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.