SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21153
LOYDGB21153 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Basingstoke, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21153 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 153 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Winchester Street Basingstoke - 309063 |
| City | Basingstoke |
| 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.
- 153 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21153?
LOYDGB21153 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Winchester Street Basingstoke - 309063, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Basingstoke, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21153?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21153 points to Winchester Street Basingstoke - 309063. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21153.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need LOYDGB21153 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21153.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21153 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21153 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.