SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21577
LOYDGB21577 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21577 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 577 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chester le Street - 309194 |
| City | Chester-le-Street |
| 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.
- 577 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21577?
The code LOYDGB21577 belongs to Chester le Street - 309194, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21577?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21577 is Chester le Street - 309194. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21577.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21577 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21577 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need LOYDGB21577 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21577.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.