SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21533

LOYDGB21533 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Whitstable, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21533

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21533
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code533
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchWhitstable - 309961
CityWhitstable
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
533 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 LOYDGB21533?

The code LOYDGB21533 belongs to Whitstable - 309961, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Whitstable, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need LOYDGB21533 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21533.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21533 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21533 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 normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21533?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21533 points to Whitstable - 309961. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21533.

Has Lloyds Bank PLC got 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.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.