SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21184

LOYDGB21184 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Royston, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21184

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21184
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code184
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchRoyston - 309716
CityRoyston
CountryUnited 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.
184 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 SWIFT code LOYDGB21184?

The code LOYDGB21184 belongs to Royston - 309716, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Royston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21184 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21184 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of LOYDGB21184 stand for?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 184 is the code of the department Royston - 309716.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21184?

LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21184 is Royston - 309716. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21184.

Do I need LOYDGB21184 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21184.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.