SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21K32
LOYDGB21K32 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Ruislip, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21K32 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | K32 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ruislip - 779157 |
| City | Ruislip |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- K32 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21K32?
LOYDGB21K32 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ruislip - 779157, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Ruislip, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of LOYDGB21K32 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K32 is the code of the branch Ruislip - 779157.
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, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21K32 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 LOYDGB21K32.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21K32?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21K32 points to Ruislip - 779157. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21K32 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.