SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21L54
LOYDGB21L54 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21L54 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | L54 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Kingstanding Birmingham - 778526 |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- L54 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 uses BIC LOYDGB21L54?
The code LOYDGB21L54 belongs to Kingstanding Birmingham - 778526, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21L54 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and L54 is the code of the department Kingstanding Birmingham - 778526.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21L54?
LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21L54 points to Kingstanding Birmingham - 778526. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use LOYDGB21L54 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21L54 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21L54 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.