SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21A04
LOYDGB21A04 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21A04 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | A04 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Foregate Chester - 774825 |
| City | Chester |
| 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.
- A04 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21A04?
The code LOYDGB21A04 belongs to Foregate Chester - 774825, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21A04 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and A04 is the code of the branch Foregate Chester - 774825.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21A04 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 LOYDGB21A04.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21A04?
LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21A04 is Foregate Chester - 774825. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21A04.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.