SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21670
LOYDGB21670 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21670 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 670 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | University of Cambridge - 306442 |
| City | Cambridge |
| 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.
- 670 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21670?
The code LOYDGB21670 belongs to University of Cambridge - 306442, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21670?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21670 points to University of Cambridge - 306442. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use LOYDGB21670 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21670 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21670 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21670 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 LOYDGB21670.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.