SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21J47

LOYDGB21J47 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21J47

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21J47
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeJ47
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchSpringfield Birmingham - 778559
CityBirmingham
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.
J47 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 LOYDGB21J47?

The code LOYDGB21J47 belongs to Springfield Birmingham - 778559, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Birmingham, 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?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21J47 mean?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and J47 is the code of the department Springfield Birmingham - 778559.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21J47?

LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21J47 points to Springfield Birmingham - 778559. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21J47.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21J47 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21J47 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.