SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21551
LOYDGB21551 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Warley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21551 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 551 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Blackheath Birmingham - 309088 |
| City | Warley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 551 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 uses BIC LOYDGB21551?
The code LOYDGB21551 belongs to Blackheath Birmingham - 309088, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Warley, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21551 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21551 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21551 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 551 identifies the branch Blackheath Birmingham - 309088.
Do I need LOYDGB21551 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21551.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.