SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21704
LOYDGB21704 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Abingdon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21704 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 704 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ock St Abingdon - 306753 |
| City | Abingdon |
| 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.
- 704 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
What bank is behind BIC LOYDGB21704?
LOYDGB21704 identifies Ock St Abingdon - 306753, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Abingdon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21704?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21704 is Ock St Abingdon - 306753. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21704.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need LOYDGB21704 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21704.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.