SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21652

LOYDGB21652 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Boston, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21652

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21652
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code652
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchBoston - 306347
CityBoston
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.
652 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 BIC LOYDGB21652?

The code LOYDGB21652 belongs to Boston - 306347, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Boston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need LOYDGB21652 for a euro transfer 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 LOYDGB21652.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21652 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21652 with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of LOYDGB21652 mean?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 652 is the code of the department Boston - 306347.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21652?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21652 points to Boston - 306347. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21652.

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