SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21473
LOYDGB21473 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in St. Helens, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21473 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 473 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hardshaw St St Helens - 301748 |
| City | St. Helens |
| 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.
- 473 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21473?
The code LOYDGB21473 belongs to Hardshaw St St Helens - 301748, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in St. Helens, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other 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.
What is the best 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21473?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21473 points to Hardshaw St St Helens - 301748. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21473.
Do I need LOYDGB21473 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21473.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.