SWIFT/BIC code YORKGB21740
YORKGB21740 belongs to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Rugby, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | YORKGB21740 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | YORKGB21 |
| Branch code | 740 |
| Bank | Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) |
| Branch | Rugby |
| City | Rugby |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 740 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 YORKGB21740?
YORKGB21740 identifies Rugby, a branch or department of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Rugby, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use YORKGB21 instead of YORKGB21740?
YORKGB21 is the head office of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A), while YORKGB21740 points to Rugby. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention YORKGB21740.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A)?
Banks often 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.
What happens if I use YORKGB21740 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check YORKGB21740 against the details from Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) before you confirm.
Do I need YORKGB21740 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need YORKGB21740.
How long does it take to send money to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A)?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.