SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21K21
LOYDGB21K21 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21K21 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | K21 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | London Oxford Street 399 - 779166 |
| City | London |
| 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.
- K21 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 uses BIC LOYDGB21K21?
LOYDGB21K21 identifies London Oxford Street 399 - 779166, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21K21 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21K21.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21K21?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21K21 points to London Oxford Street 399 - 779166. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21K21.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21K21 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21K21 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.