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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21N59

LOYDGB21N59 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21N59

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21N59
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeN59
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchCrossgates Leeds - 771407
CityLeeds
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.
N59 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 LOYDGB21N59?

LOYDGB21N59 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Crossgates Leeds - 771407, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need LOYDGB21N59 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of 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 LOYDGB21N59.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of LOYDGB21N59 mean?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and N59 identifies the department Crossgates Leeds - 771407.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21N59 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21N59 with the recipient before sending.

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