SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21A40
LOYDGB21A40 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bilston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21A40 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | A40 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bilston - 773302 |
| City | Bilston |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- A40 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 uses BIC LOYDGB21A40?
LOYDGB21A40 identifies Bilston - 773302, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bilston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21A40 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21A40.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21A40 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21A40 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of LOYDGB21A40 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and A40 is the code of the department Bilston - 773302.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.