SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21651
LOYDGB21651 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21651 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 651 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bristol City Centre - 306296 |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 651 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 uses SWIFT code LOYDGB21651?
LOYDGB21651 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bristol City Centre - 306296, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, 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 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.
Do I need LOYDGB21651 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21651.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of LOYDGB21651 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 651 is the code of the branch Bristol City Centre - 306296.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21651 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21651 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.