SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21219
LOYDGB21219 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21219 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 219 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Preston Circus - 309683 |
| City | Preston |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 219 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 SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21219?
LOYDGB21219 identifies Preston Circus - 309683, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need LOYDGB21219 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 still need LOYDGB21219.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21219 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21219 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of LOYDGB21219 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 219 is the code of the branch Preston Circus - 309683.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.