SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21565
LOYDGB21565 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21565 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 565 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Leighton Buzzard - 301471 |
| City | Leighton Buzzard |
| Country | United 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.
- 565 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 LOYDGB21565?
The code LOYDGB21565 belongs to Leighton Buzzard - 301471, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21565 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21565.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21565?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21565 points to Leighton Buzzard - 301471. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21565.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.