SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21K46

LOYDGB21K46 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21K46

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21K46
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeK46
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchRetail Live and Usability - 779301
CityBristol
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.
K46 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 SWIFT code LOYDGB21K46?

LOYDGB21K46 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Retail Live and Usability - 779301, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21K46 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21K46 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need LOYDGB21K46 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21K46.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have 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.