CLRBGB22342 — CLEARBANK LIMITED
CLRBGB22342 is the SWIFT/BIC code for CLEARBANK LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
CLRBGB22342 is the SWIFT/BIC code for CLEARBANK LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: CLRBGB22
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | CLEARBANK LIMITED |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 22 |
| Branch | CLEARBANK AGENCY ROUTING |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code CLRBGB22342 belong to?
The SWIFT code CLRBGB22342 identifies CLEARBANK LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code CLRBGB22342 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of CLRBGB22342 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CLRB) represent the bank code for CLEARBANK LIMITED; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (22) specify the location code; and the final characters (342) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code CLRBGB22342 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) CLRBGB22342 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '22' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code CLRBGB22 instead of CLRBGB22342?
Yes. The 8-character code CLRBGB22 represents the primary headquarters of CLEARBANK LIMITED. The 11-character code CLRBGB22342 targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to CLRBGB22 (or CLRBGB22XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to CLRBGB22342?
The physical address registered for CLRBGB22342 is: BOROUGH YARDS, 13 DIRTY LANE, SE1 9PA, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the CLRBGB22342 code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code CLRBGB22342 is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United Kingdom. Domestic GBP clearings route via BACS, CHAPS and Faster Payments rather than SWIFT.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).