SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21K13
LOYDGB21K13 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Rayleigh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21K13 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | K13 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Rayleigh - 779529 |
| City | Rayleigh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- K13 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 uses BIC LOYDGB21K13?
LOYDGB21K13 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rayleigh - 779529, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Rayleigh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need LOYDGB21K13 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21K13.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21K13 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K13 identifies the branch Rayleigh - 779529.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21K13 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21K13 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.