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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21686

LOYDGB21686 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Llandudno, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21686

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21686
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code686
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchLlandudno - 306564
CityLlandudno
CountryUnited 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.
686 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 BIC LOYDGB21686?

LOYDGB21686 identifies Llandudno - 306564, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Llandudno, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21686 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21686 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21686?

LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21686 is Llandudno - 306564. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21686 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need LOYDGB21686 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21686.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What does each part of LOYDGB21686 mean?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 686 is the code of the branch Llandudno - 306564.

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