SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21097
LOYDGB21097 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Didcot, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21097 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 097 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Didcot - 309393 |
| City | Didcot |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 097 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 uses SWIFT code LOYDGB21097?
The code LOYDGB21097 belongs to Didcot - 309393, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Didcot, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need LOYDGB21097 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21097.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21097 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21097 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21097 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 097 identifies the branch Didcot - 309393.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.