SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21A02

LOYDGB21A02 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21A02

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21A02
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeA02
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchEllesmere Port - 774823
CityEllesmere Port
CountryUnited 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.
A02 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 SWIFT code LOYDGB21A02?

The code LOYDGB21A02 belongs to Ellesmere Port - 774823, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need LOYDGB21A02 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21A02.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21A02 stand for?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and A02 is the code of the department Ellesmere Port - 774823.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21A02?

LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21A02 points to Ellesmere Port - 774823. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21A02 if the recipient asks for it.

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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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