SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21697
LOYDGB21697 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21697 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 697 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Paddington - 306696 |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 697 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 LOYDGB21697?
LOYDGB21697 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Paddington - 306696, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need LOYDGB21697 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21697.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21697?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21697 points to Paddington - 306696. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21697.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.