SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21470
LOYDGB21470 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Chepstow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21470 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 470 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chepstow - 309189 |
| City | Chepstow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 470 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 code LOYDGB21470?
LOYDGB21470 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chepstow - 309189, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Chepstow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21470 to send euros 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 do need LOYDGB21470.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21470?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21470 points to Chepstow - 309189. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use LOYDGB21470 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.