SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21779

LOYDGB21779 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Stamford, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21779

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21779
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code779
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchStamford - 308484
CityStamford
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
779 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 branch uses SWIFT code LOYDGB21779?

LOYDGB21779 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Stamford - 308484, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Stamford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21779?

LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21779 points to Stamford - 308484. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21779.

Do I need LOYDGB21779 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21779.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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