SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21497
LOYDGB21497 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21497 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 497 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bury - 309148 |
| City | Bury |
| 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.
- 497 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21497?
The code LOYDGB21497 belongs to Bury - 309148, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bury, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21497 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 497 identifies the department Bury - 309148.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21497 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21497 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need LOYDGB21497 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21497.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC 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.