SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21639
LOYDGB21639 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Warley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21639 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 639 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Blackheath Birmingham - 309627 |
| City | Warley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 639 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
What bank uses SWIFT code LOYDGB21639?
LOYDGB21639 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Blackheath Birmingham - 309627, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Warley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21639 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21639 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need LOYDGB21639 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21639.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21639?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21639 points to Blackheath Birmingham - 309627. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21639.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of LOYDGB21639 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 639 identifies the department Blackheath Birmingham - 309627.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.