SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21J42
LOYDGB21J42 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Solihull, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21J42 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | J42 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Shirley West Midlands - 778552 |
| City | Solihull |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- J42 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 is behind BIC LOYDGB21J42?
The code LOYDGB21J42 belongs to Shirley West Midlands - 778552, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Solihull, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21J42 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21J42 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other 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.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21J42 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and J42 is the code of the branch Shirley West Midlands - 778552.
Do I need LOYDGB21J42 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21J42.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.