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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21216

LOYDGB21216 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21216

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21216
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code216
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchThe Strand London -309179
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
216 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 LOYDGB21216?

LOYDGB21216 is the SWIFT/BIC code of The Strand London -309179, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21216 stand for?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 216 is the code of the branch The Strand London -309179.

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

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

What happens if I use LOYDGB21216 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21216 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.

Do I need LOYDGB21216 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21216.

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