SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21L20
LOYDGB21L20 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21L20 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | L20 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | High Street Sheffield - 777405 |
| City | Sheffield |
| 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.
- L20 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/BIC code LOYDGB21L20?
LOYDGB21L20 is the SWIFT/BIC code of High Street Sheffield - 777405, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need LOYDGB21L20 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21L20.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21L20 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21L20 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21L20?
LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21L20 is High Street Sheffield - 777405. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21L20.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.