SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21G02

LOYDGB21G02 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Ely, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21G02

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21G02
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeG02
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchEly - 777223
CityEly
CountryUnited 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.
G02 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 SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21G02?

LOYDGB21G02 identifies Ely - 777223, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Ely, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

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

Do I need LOYDGB21G02 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21G02.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21G02?

LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21G02 points to Ely - 777223. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21G02.

What does each part of LOYDGB21G02 mean?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and G02 is the code of the branch Ely - 777223.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21G02 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21G02 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.