SWIFT/BIC code YORKGB21569
YORKGB21569 belongs to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | YORKGB21569 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | YORKGB21 |
| Branch code | 569 |
| Bank | Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) |
| Branch | Liverpool Fsc |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 569 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 is behind SWIFT code YORKGB21569?
The code YORKGB21569 belongs to Liverpool Fsc, a branch or department of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in United Kingdom?
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 YORKGB21569 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need YORKGB21569.
What happens if I use YORKGB21569 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check YORKGB21569 against the details from Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) before sending.
Can I use YORKGB21 instead of YORKGB21569?
YORKGB21 points to the main office of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A), while YORKGB21569 points to Liverpool Fsc. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use YORKGB21569 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.