SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21115
LOYDGB21115 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21115 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 115 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | High Street Colchester - 309216 |
| City | Colchester |
| 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.
- 115 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 branch uses BIC LOYDGB21115?
LOYDGB21115 identifies High Street Colchester - 309216, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21115?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21115 is High Street Colchester - 309216. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21115.
Do I need LOYDGB21115 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21115.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.