SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21N19
LOYDGB21N19 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21N19 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | N19 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | 184 Melton Road Leicester - 771508 |
| City | Leicester |
| Country | United 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.
- N19 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 branch uses SWIFT code LOYDGB21N19?
LOYDGB21N19 is the SWIFT/BIC code of 184 Melton Road Leicester - 771508, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need LOYDGB21N19 to send euros 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 still need LOYDGB21N19.
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.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21N19?
LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21N19 is 184 Melton Road Leicester - 771508. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21N19.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21N19 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21N19 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.