SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21B85
LOYDGB21B85 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Grantham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21B85 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | B85 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Grantham - 777127 |
| City | Grantham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- B85 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 bank uses BIC LOYDGB21B85?
LOYDGB21B85 identifies Grantham - 777127, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Grantham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21B85?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21B85 points to Grantham - 777127. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21B85 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21B85 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21B85 with the recipient before sending.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more 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.
Do I need LOYDGB21B85 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21B85.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.