SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21674

LOYDGB21674 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21674

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21674
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code674
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchChelsea - 306472
CityLondon
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.
674 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21674?

LOYDGB21674 identifies Chelsea - 306472, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21674?

LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21674 is Chelsea - 306472. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21674.

What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21674 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 674 is the code of the department Chelsea - 306472.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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