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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21253

LOYDGB21253 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Berkhamsted, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21253

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21253
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code253
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchBerkhamsted - 309073
CityBerkhamsted
CountryUnited 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.
253 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 BIC LOYDGB21253?

The code LOYDGB21253 belongs to Berkhamsted - 309073, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Berkhamsted, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21253 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21253 with the recipient before you confirm.

Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21253 stand for?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 253 is the code of the department Berkhamsted - 309073.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21253?

LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21253 points to Berkhamsted - 309073. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21253.

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