SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21L52

LOYDGB21L52 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21L52

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21L52
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeL52
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchEdgbaston - 778523
CityBirmingham
CountryUnited 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.
L52 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 BIC LOYDGB21L52?

LOYDGB21L52 identifies Edgbaston - 778523, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Many banks 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.

What does each part of LOYDGB21L52 mean?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and L52 identifies the branch Edgbaston - 778523.

How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need LOYDGB21L52 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21L52.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21L52 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21L52 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.