SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21E46
LOYDGB21E46 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21E46 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | E46 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | High Street Colchester - 776615 |
| City | Colchester |
| Country | United 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.
- E46 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 LOYDGB21E46?
LOYDGB21E46 is the SWIFT/BIC code of High Street Colchester - 776615, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21E46 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21E46 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21E46 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21E46.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21E46?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21E46 is High Street Colchester - 776615. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21E46.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.