SWIFT/BIC code CLYDGB21B26

CLYDGB21B26 belongs to Clydesdale Bank PLC in Ardrossan, United Kingdom.

CLYDGB21B26

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLYDGB21B26
8-character codeCLYDGB21
Branch codeB26
BankClydesdale Bank PLC
BranchArdrossan
CityArdrossan
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Clydesdale Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
B26 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 code CLYDGB21B26?

The code CLYDGB21B26 belongs to Ardrossan, part of Clydesdale Bank PLC in Ardrossan, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of CLYDGB21B26 stand for?

CLYD is the institution code of Clydesdale Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B26 is the code of the department Ardrossan.

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 in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need CLYDGB21B26 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need CLYDGB21B26.

How long does it take to send money to Clydesdale Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.