SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21A13
LOYDGB21A13 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Wigan, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21A13 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | A13 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Market Street Wigan - 773208 |
| City | Wigan |
| 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.
- A13 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 LOYDGB21A13?
LOYDGB21A13 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Market Street Wigan - 773208, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Wigan, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21A13 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21A13 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21A13 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21A13.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21A13 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and A13 is the code of the department Market Street Wigan - 773208.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services 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.