SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21408
LOYDGB21408 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21408 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 408 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Knowle Bristol - 309483 |
| City | Bristol |
| 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.
- 408 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 bank uses BIC LOYDGB21408?
LOYDGB21408 identifies Knowle Bristol - 309483, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need LOYDGB21408 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 do need LOYDGB21408.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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 LOYDGB21408?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21408 points to Knowle Bristol - 309483. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use LOYDGB21408 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.