SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21L53
LOYDGB21L53 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21L53 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | L53 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Kings Heath - 778525 |
| City | Birmingham |
| 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.
- L53 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 LOYDGB21L53?
LOYDGB21L53 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kings Heath - 778525, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21L53?
LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21L53 points to Kings Heath - 778525. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21L53.
Do I need LOYDGB21L53 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21L53.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21L53 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21L53 with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.