SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21055
LOYDGB21055 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21055 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 055 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | London Oxford Street 399 - 309384 |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LOYD 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.
- 055 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21055?
LOYDGB21055 identifies London Oxford Street 399 - 309384, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21055 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21055 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need LOYDGB21055 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 LOYDGB21055.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of LOYDGB21055 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 055 identifies the department London Oxford Street 399 - 309384.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21055?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21055 is London Oxford Street 399 - 309384. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21055.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.