SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21BO2

LOYDGB21BO2 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21BO2

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21BO2
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeBO2
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchAbington (772102
CityNorthampton
CountryUnited 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.
BO2 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 BIC LOYDGB21BO2?

The code LOYDGB21BO2 belongs to Abington (772102, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21BO2 mean?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and BO2 is the code of the branch Abington (772102.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21BO2 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21BO2 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.

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

Banks often 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.

Do I need LOYDGB21BO2 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21BO2.

How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

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

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