SWIFT/BIC code YORKGB21897
YORKGB21897 belongs to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | YORKGB21897 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | YORKGB21 |
| Branch code | 897 |
| Bank | Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) |
| Branch | Head Office External Collection Services |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 897 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 BIC YORKGB21897?
The code YORKGB21897 belongs to Head Office External Collection Services, a branch or department of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Leeds, 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)?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need YORKGB21897 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need YORKGB21897.
Does Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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 is the best way to send money to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter YORKGB21897 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check YORKGB21897 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.