SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21K00

LOYDGB21K00 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21K00

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21K00
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeK00
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchAbove Bar St Southampton - 779534
CitySouthampton
CountryUnited 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.
K00 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 bank is behind BIC LOYDGB21K00?

The code LOYDGB21K00 belongs to Above Bar St Southampton - 779534, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21K00?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21K00 points to Above Bar St Southampton - 779534. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21K00.

Do I need LOYDGB21K00 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21K00.

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.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more 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 happens if I use LOYDGB21K00 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21K00 with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.