SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21456
LOYDGB21456 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Chesham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21456 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 456 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chesham - 309191 |
| City | Chesham |
| 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.
- 456 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 LOYDGB21456?
LOYDGB21456 identifies Chesham - 309191, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Chesham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of LOYDGB21456 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 456 identifies the department Chesham - 309191.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21456 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21456.
What is the cheapest 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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21456 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21456 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.