SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21312
LOYDGB21312 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Putney, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21312 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 312 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Putney - 309688 |
| City | Putney |
| Country | United 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.
- 312 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21312?
The code LOYDGB21312 belongs to Putney - 309688, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Putney, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of LOYDGB21312 mean?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 312 identifies the department Putney - 309688.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21312 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21312.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21312?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21312 points to Putney - 309688. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21312.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.