SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21901
CLYDGB21901 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Bishopbriggs, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21901 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 901 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bishopbriggs |
| City | Bishopbriggs |
| 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.
- 901 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21901?
CLYDGB21901 identifies Bishopbriggs, a unit of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Bishopbriggs, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in CLYDGB21901 stand for?
CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 901 identifies the department Bishopbriggs.
How long does it take to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLYDGB21901 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CLYDGB21901.
What happens if I use CLYDGB21901 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLYDGB21901 against the details from Clydesdale Bank PLC before sending.
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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.