SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21934
CLYDGB21934 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Livingston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21934 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 934 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Livingston |
| City | Livingston |
| 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.
- 934 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 uses SWIFT code CLYDGB21934?
The code CLYDGB21934 belongs to Livingston, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Livingston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
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.
What does each part of CLYDGB21934 mean?
CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 934 is the code of the branch Livingston.
How long does it take to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLYDGB21934 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CLYDGB21934.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21934?
CLYDGB21 is the head office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21934 points to Livingston. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLYDGB21934 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.