SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21333
LOYDGB21333 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21333 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 333 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bolton - 309101 |
| City | Bolton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 333 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 uses BIC LOYDGB21333?
LOYDGB21333 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bolton - 309101, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need LOYDGB21333 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21333.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of LOYDGB21333 mean?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 333 is the code of the branch Bolton - 309101.
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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21333?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21333 points to Bolton - 309101. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21333 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.