SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21K78
LOYDGB21K78 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21K78 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | K78 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Csc Leicester - 778105 |
| City | Leicester |
| 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.
- K78 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21K78?
LOYDGB21K78 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Csc Leicester - 778105, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21K78 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21K78.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21K78 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21K78 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21K78?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21K78 is Csc Leicester - 778105. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use LOYDGB21K78 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.