SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21917
CLYDGB21917 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Crieff, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21917 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 917 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Auchterarder |
| City | Crieff |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 917 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 CLYDGB21917?
CLYDGB21917 identifies Auchterarder, a branch or department of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Crieff, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need CLYDGB21917 to send euros 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 CLYDGB21917.
How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21917?
CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21917 points to Auchterarder. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLYDGB21917 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Clydesdale Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 344 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Clydesdale Bank PLC.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.