SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21539
LOYDGB21539 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Peterlee, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21539 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 539 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Peterlee - 301634 |
| City | Peterlee |
| 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.
- 539 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
What bank uses SWIFT code LOYDGB21539?
LOYDGB21539 identifies Peterlee - 301634, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Peterlee, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
Do I need LOYDGB21539 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 LOYDGB21539.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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 – the difference can be large.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21539?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21539 is Peterlee - 301634. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21539.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.