SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21B18
LOYDGB21B18 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21B18 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | B18 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Fishergate Preston - 772618 |
| City | Preston |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- B18 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21B18?
The code LOYDGB21B18 belongs to Fishergate Preston - 772618, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21B18?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21B18 is Fishergate Preston - 772618. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21B18.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21B18 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21B18 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need LOYDGB21B18 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21B18.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.