SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21A08
LOYDGB21A08 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21A08 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | A08 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Market PLC Reading - 774901 |
| City | Reading |
| 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.
- A08 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21A08?
The code LOYDGB21A08 belongs to Market PLC Reading - 774901, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21A08 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21A08.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21A08 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21A08 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. 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.