SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21B18
CLYDGB21B18 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Airdrie, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLYDGB21B18 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLYDGB21 |
| Branch code | B18 |
| Bank | Clydesdale Bank PLC |
| Branch | Airdrie |
| City | Airdrie |
| 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.
- B18 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 BIC CLYDGB21B18?
The code CLYDGB21B18 belongs to Airdrie, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Airdrie, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in CLYDGB21B18 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 B18 identifies the department Airdrie.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
Can I use CLYDGB21 instead of CLYDGB21B18?
CLYDGB21 points to the main office of Clydesdale Bank PLC, while CLYDGB21B18 points to Airdrie. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLYDGB21B18 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Clydesdale Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLYDGB21B18 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need CLYDGB21B18.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.