SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21649
LOYDGB21649 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Wigan, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21649 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 649 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Market Street Wigan - 306262 |
| City | Wigan |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 649 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21649?
The code LOYDGB21649 belongs to Market Street Wigan - 306262, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Wigan, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21649 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21649.
What does each part of LOYDGB21649 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 649 is the code of the department Market Street Wigan - 306262.
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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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.