SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21202

LOYDGB21202 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Devizes, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21202

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21202
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code202
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchDevizes - 309263
CityDevizes
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
202 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 SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21202?

LOYDGB21202 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Devizes - 309263, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Devizes, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need LOYDGB21202 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21202.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What does each part of LOYDGB21202 mean?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 202 identifies the department Devizes - 309263.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21202?

LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21202 points to Devizes - 309263. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use LOYDGB21202 if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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