SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21264

LOYDGB21264 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Durham, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21264

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21264
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code264
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchDurham - 309279
CityDurham
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
264 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 uses SWIFT code LOYDGB21264?

The code LOYDGB21264 belongs to Durham - 309279, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Durham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

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 – the difference can be large.

Do I need LOYDGB21264 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 still need LOYDGB21264.

How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other 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 does each part of LOYDGB21264 mean?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 264 identifies the department Durham - 309279.

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