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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21204

LOYDGB21204 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21204

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21204
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code204
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchHigh St Bedford - 309066
CityBedford
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.
204 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 LOYDGB21204?

LOYDGB21204 is the SWIFT/BIC code of High St Bedford - 309066, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of LOYDGB21204 stand for?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 204 identifies the department High St Bedford - 309066.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21204?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21204 is High St Bedford - 309066. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21204.

Do I need LOYDGB21204 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21204.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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