SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21716
LOYDGB21716 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21716 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 716 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Broad Street Reading - 306799 |
| City | Reading |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 716 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 uses BIC LOYDGB21716?
LOYDGB21716 identifies Broad Street Reading - 306799, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21716 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21716 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21716 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21716.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21716?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21716 points to Broad Street Reading - 306799. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21716 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.