SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21A25
LOYDGB21A25 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Rugeley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21A25 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | A25 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Rugeley - 773110 |
| City | Rugeley |
| Country | United 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.
- A25 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/BIC code LOYDGB21A25?
The code LOYDGB21A25 belongs to Rugeley - 773110, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Rugeley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of LOYDGB21A25 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and A25 identifies the branch Rugeley - 773110.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21A25?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21A25 points to Rugeley - 773110. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21A25.
Do I need LOYDGB21A25 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21A25.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one 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.