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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21L56

LOYDGB21L56 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21L56

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21L56
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeL56
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchManchester Chaps - 778744
CityManchester
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
L56 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 LOYDGB21L56?

LOYDGB21L56 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Manchester Chaps - 778744, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21L56?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21L56 is Manchester Chaps - 778744. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21L56.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21L56 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 L56 identifies the department Manchester Chaps - 778744.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.