SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21290
LOYDGB21290 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Barnstaple, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21290 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 290 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cross St Branstaple - 309049 |
| City | Barnstaple |
| Country | United 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.
- 290 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 code LOYDGB21290?
LOYDGB21290 identifies Cross St Branstaple - 309049, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Barnstaple, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21290 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21290 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
What does each part of LOYDGB21290 mean?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 290 is the code of the department Cross St Branstaple - 309049.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21290?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21290 is Cross St Branstaple - 309049. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21290.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.