SWIFT/BIC code YORKGB21389

YORKGB21389 belongs to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Macclesfield, United Kingdom.

YORKGB21389

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeYORKGB21389
8-character codeYORKGB21
Branch code389
BankYorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A)
BranchMacclesfield
CityMacclesfield
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

YORK 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.
389 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 is behind BIC YORKGB21389?

The code YORKGB21389 belongs to Macclesfield, a unit of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Macclesfield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use YORKGB21 instead of YORKGB21389?

YORKGB21 is the main office of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A), while YORKGB21389 points to Macclesfield. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention YORKGB21389.

What is the best way to send money to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A)?

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.

Does Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 302 SWIFT/BIC codes for Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A).

What happens if I use YORKGB21389 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check YORKGB21389 with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of YORKGB21389 stand for?

YORK is the institution code of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A), GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 389 is the code of the department Macclesfield.

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