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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21F26

LOYDGB21F26 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21F26

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21F26
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeF26
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchMobile Branch (770458) Preston Fulwood Hub
CityPreston
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.
F26 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21F26?

The code LOYDGB21F26 belongs to Mobile Branch (770458) Preston Fulwood Hub, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need LOYDGB21F26 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21F26.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21F26 stand for?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and F26 identifies the branch Mobile Branch (770458) Preston Fulwood Hub.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21F26?

LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21F26 is Mobile Branch (770458) Preston Fulwood Hub. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21F26.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21F26 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21F26 with the recipient before sending.

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