SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21B53

LOYDGB21B53 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Brackley, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21B53

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21B53
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeB53
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchBrackley - 772306
CityBrackley
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
B53 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 BIC LOYDGB21B53?

LOYDGB21B53 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Brackley - 772306, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Brackley, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21B53?

LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21B53 is Brackley - 772306. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21B53 if the recipient asks for it.

Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need LOYDGB21B53 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21B53.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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