SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21K01
LOYDGB21K01 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21K01 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | K01 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Above Bar St Southampton - 779535 |
| City | Southampton |
| Country | United 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.
- K01 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 code LOYDGB21K01?
LOYDGB21K01 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Above Bar St Southampton - 779535, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21K01 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21K01 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
What does each part of LOYDGB21K01 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K01 identifies the department Above Bar St Southampton - 779535.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21K01?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21K01 points to Above Bar St Southampton - 779535. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21K01.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.