SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21705
LOYDGB21705 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21705 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 705 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Card and Loans Services Fssc -306756 |
| City | Bristol |
| 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.
- 705 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21705?
LOYDGB21705 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Card and Loans Services Fssc -306756, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of LOYDGB21705 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 705 is the code of the department Card and Loans Services Fssc -306756.
Do I need LOYDGB21705 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. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21705.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.