SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21F04
LOYDGB21F04 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21F04 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | F04 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | London Expats Service (305368 |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- F04 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 BIC LOYDGB21F04?
LOYDGB21F04 is the SWIFT/BIC code of London Expats Service (305368, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21F04 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21F04.
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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21F04?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21F04 points to London Expats Service (305368. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21F04 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. 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.