SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21158
LOYDGB21158 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21158 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 158 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Islington - 309457 |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 158 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 is behind BIC LOYDGB21158?
LOYDGB21158 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Islington - 309457, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21158 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21158 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
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 does each part of LOYDGB21158 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 158 identifies the branch Islington - 309457.
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, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21158 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21158.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.