SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21J00
LOYDGB21J00 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Newport, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21J00 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | J00 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Maindee Newport - 776211 |
| City | Newport |
| 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.
- J00 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 LOYDGB21J00?
LOYDGB21J00 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Maindee Newport - 776211, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Newport, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21J00 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and J00 is the code of the branch Maindee Newport - 776211.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21J00?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21J00 is Maindee Newport - 776211. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21J00.
Do I need LOYDGB21J00 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21J00.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.