SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H45
LOYDGB21H45 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21H45 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | H45 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Preston Circus - 776326 |
| City | Preston |
| Country | United 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.
- H45 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 code LOYDGB21H45?
LOYDGB21H45 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Preston Circus - 776326, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of LOYDGB21H45 mean?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H45 is the code of the branch Preston Circus - 776326.
Do I need LOYDGB21H45 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21H45.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21H45 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21H45 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.