SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21K68

LOYDGB21K68 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21K68

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21K68
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeK68
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchIntake Sheffield - 777432
CitySheffield
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.
K68 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 LOYDGB21K68?

The code LOYDGB21K68 belongs to Intake Sheffield - 777432, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21K68 stand for?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and K68 is the code of the branch Intake Sheffield - 777432.

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

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 LOYDGB21K68 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21K68.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21K68?

LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21K68 points to Intake Sheffield - 777432. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21K68.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.