SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21L25
LOYDGB21L25 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21L25 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | L25 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Intake Sheffield - 777410 |
| City | Sheffield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- L25 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 uses BIC LOYDGB21L25?
The code LOYDGB21L25 belongs to Intake Sheffield - 777410, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21L25 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21L25 with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21L25 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21L25.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21L25 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and L25 identifies the department Intake Sheffield - 777410.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.