SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21447
LOYDGB21447 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Lydney, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21447 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 447 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Lydney - 309529 |
| City | Lydney |
| 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.
- 447 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 LOYDGB21447?
The code LOYDGB21447 belongs to Lydney - 309529, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Lydney, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21447 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21447.
What does each part of LOYDGB21447 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 447 is the code of the department Lydney - 309529.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21447 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21447 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.