SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21535
LOYDGB21535 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21535 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 535 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Shirley Southampton - 309758 |
| City | Southampton |
| 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.
- 535 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/BIC code LOYDGB21535?
LOYDGB21535 identifies Shirley Southampton - 309758, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of LOYDGB21535 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 535 is the code of the branch Shirley Southampton - 309758.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21535?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21535 points to Shirley Southampton - 309758. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use LOYDGB21535 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21535 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21535 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.