SWIFT/BIC code YORKGB21540
YORKGB21540 belongs to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Kendal, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | YORKGB21540 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | YORKGB21 |
| Branch code | 540 |
| Bank | Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) |
| Branch | Kendal |
| City | Kendal |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 540 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 YORKGB21540?
YORKGB21540 identifies Kendal, a branch or department of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Kendal, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 302 SWIFT/BIC codes for Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use YORKGB21 instead of YORKGB21540?
YORKGB21 is the main office of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A), while YORKGB21540 points to Kendal. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention YORKGB21540.
Do I need YORKGB21540 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need YORKGB21540.
How long does it take to send money to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A)?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A)?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.