SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21646
LOYDGB21646 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21646 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 646 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hardshaw St St Helens - 306259 |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 646 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/BIC code LOYDGB21646?
The code LOYDGB21646 belongs to Hardshaw St St Helens - 306259, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21646 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21646 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need LOYDGB21646 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 LOYDGB21646.
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 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21646?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21646 is Hardshaw St St Helens - 306259. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21646.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.