SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21211
LOYDGB21211 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in North Shields, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21211 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 211 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | North Shields - 309615 |
| City | North Shields |
| 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.
- 211 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 uses BIC LOYDGB21211?
LOYDGB21211 identifies North Shields - 309615, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in North Shields, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21211 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21211 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need LOYDGB21211 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21211.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21211?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21211 is North Shields - 309615. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21211.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.