SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21279
LOYDGB21279 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Wakefield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21279 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 279 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Westgate Wakefield - 309901 |
| City | Wakefield |
| Country | United 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.
- 279 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21279?
The code LOYDGB21279 belongs to Westgate Wakefield - 309901, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Wakefield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21279 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 279 is the code of the department Westgate Wakefield - 309901.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21279?
LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21279 points to Westgate Wakefield - 309901. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use LOYDGB21279 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need LOYDGB21279 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21279.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.