SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21680

LOYDGB21680 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21680

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21680
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code680
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchLewisham - 306538
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.
680 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21680?

LOYDGB21680 identifies Lewisham - 306538, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21680 mean?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 680 is the code of the branch Lewisham - 306538.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21680?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21680 points to Lewisham - 306538. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21680 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 – the difference can be large.

Has Lloyds Bank PLC got 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.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21680 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21680 with the recipient before sending.

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