SWIFT/BIC code YORKGB22XXX
YORKGB22XXX belongs to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | YORKGB22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | YORKGB22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code YORKGB22XXX?
The code YORKGB22XXX belongs to the main office of Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) does not need a specific branch.
Is YORKGB22 and YORKGB22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. YORKGB22 is the short version of YORKGB22XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in Leeds.
What happens if I use YORKGB22XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check YORKGB22XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A)?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need YORKGB22XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need YORKGB22XXX.
What is the best way to send money to Yorkshire Bank (Clydesdale Bank PLC T/A) in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check 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.