SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21398
LOYDGB21398 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Wells, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21398 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 398 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wells - 309929 |
| City | Wells |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 398 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 SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21398?
LOYDGB21398 identifies Wells - 309929, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Wells, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21398 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21398.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21398 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 398 is the code of the branch Wells - 309929.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21398 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21398 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.