SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21420
LOYDGB21420 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Chipping Sodbury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21420 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 420 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chipping Sodbury - 301204 |
| City | Chipping Sodbury |
| 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.
- 420 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 SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21420?
LOYDGB21420 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chipping Sodbury - 301204, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Chipping Sodbury, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21420 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21420 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21420?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21420 points to Chipping Sodbury - 301204. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21420.
What does each part of LOYDGB21420 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 420 is the code of the branch Chipping Sodbury - 301204.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need LOYDGB21420 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21420.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.