SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21A48
LOYDGB21A48 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21A48 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | A48 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bilborough Nottingham - 772205 |
| City | Nottingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- A48 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21A48?
LOYDGB21A48 identifies Bilborough Nottingham - 772205, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21A48 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21A48.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21A48 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21A48 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21A48?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21A48 is Bilborough Nottingham - 772205. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use LOYDGB21A48 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.