SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21555
LOYDGB21555 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Catterick, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21555 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 555 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Catterick - 309173 |
| City | Catterick |
| 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.
- 555 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 BIC LOYDGB21555?
LOYDGB21555 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Catterick - 309173, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Catterick, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best 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.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need LOYDGB21555 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21555.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21555?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21555 points to Catterick - 309173. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use LOYDGB21555 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.