SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21498
LOYDGB21498 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Clacton-On-Sea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21498 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 498 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | West Avenue Clacton-On-Sea - 309209 |
| City | Clacton-On-Sea |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 498 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21498?
LOYDGB21498 is the SWIFT/BIC code of West Avenue Clacton-On-Sea - 309209, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Clacton-On-Sea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21498 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21498 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
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 LOYDGB21498 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21498.
What is the cheapest 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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21498?
LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21498 is West Avenue Clacton-On-Sea - 309209. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21498.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.