SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21J86
LOYDGB21J86 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21J86 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | J86 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | High St Bedford - 779501 |
| City | Bedford |
| 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.
- J86 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 LOYDGB21J86?
LOYDGB21J86 identifies High St Bedford - 779501, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need LOYDGB21J86 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21J86.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
What does each part of LOYDGB21J86 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and J86 identifies the department High St Bedford - 779501.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.