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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21N71

LOYDGB21N71 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Basildon, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21N71

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21N71
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeN71
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchBasildon - 771322
CityBasildon
CountryUnited 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.
N71 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 is behind BIC LOYDGB21N71?

LOYDGB21N71 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Basildon - 771322, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Basildon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need LOYDGB21N71 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21N71.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21N71 mean?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and N71 identifies the department Basildon - 771322.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21N71?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21N71 points to Basildon - 771322. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21N71.

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

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

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