SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21L03
LOYDGB21L03 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Wisbech, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21L03 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | L03 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wisbech - 777231 |
| City | Wisbech |
| 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.
- L03 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 code LOYDGB21L03?
The code LOYDGB21L03 belongs to Wisbech - 777231, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Wisbech, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21L03 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21L03.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21L03 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and L03 identifies the branch Wisbech - 777231.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21L03?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21L03 points to Wisbech - 777231. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21L03.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21L03 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21L03 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.