SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21516
LOYDGB21516 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Consett, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21516 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 516 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Consett - 309804 |
| City | Consett |
| 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.
- 516 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 BIC LOYDGB21516?
LOYDGB21516 identifies Consett - 309804, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Consett, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21516 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21516 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21516?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21516 points to Consett - 309804. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21516 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21516 mean?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 516 identifies the department Consett - 309804.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.