SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21195

LOYDGB21195 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Godalming, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21195

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21195
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code195
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchGodalming - 309349
CityGodalming
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.
195 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 bank is behind BIC LOYDGB21195?

The code LOYDGB21195 belongs to Godalming - 309349, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Godalming, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of LOYDGB21195 mean?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 195 identifies the branch Godalming - 309349.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21195?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21195 points to Godalming - 309349. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21195.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21195 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21195 with the recipient before you confirm.

Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.

Do I need LOYDGB21195 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21195.

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