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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21568

LOYDGB21568 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Deeside, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21568

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21568
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code568
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchShotton - 301803
CityDeeside
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
568 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 bank uses SWIFT code LOYDGB21568?

LOYDGB21568 identifies Shotton - 301803, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Deeside, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need LOYDGB21568 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21568.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21568 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21568 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.

How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21568?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21568 points to Shotton - 301803. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21568.

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 what you receive 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.