SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21B46

LOYDGB21B46 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Waterlooville, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21B46

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21B46
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeB46
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchWaterlooville - 772518
CityWaterlooville
CountryUnited 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.
B46 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 SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21B46?

The code LOYDGB21B46 belongs to Waterlooville - 772518, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Waterlooville, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of LOYDGB21B46 mean?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B46 is the code of the branch Waterlooville - 772518.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21B46 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21B46 with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21B46?

LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21B46 is Waterlooville - 772518. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21B46.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.