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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21466

LOYDGB21466 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21466

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21466
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code466
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchPaddington - 309535
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
466 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 branch uses BIC LOYDGB21466?

The code LOYDGB21466 belongs to Paddington - 309535, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of LOYDGB21466 mean?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 466 is the code of the branch Paddington - 309535.

Do I need LOYDGB21466 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21466.

How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21466 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21466 with the recipient before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.