SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21611

LOYDGB21611 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Alnwick, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21611

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21611
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code611
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchAlnick - 309013
CityAlnwick
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
611 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 LOYDGB21611?

LOYDGB21611 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Alnick - 309013, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Alnwick, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

Many banks 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.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have 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. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21611?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21611 points to Alnick - 309013. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21611 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need LOYDGB21611 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21611.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.