SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21P05
LOYDGB21P05 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21P05 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | P05 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chester le Street - 772014 |
| City | Chester-le-Street |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- P05 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/BIC code LOYDGB21P05?
The code LOYDGB21P05 belongs to Chester le Street - 772014, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21P05 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and P05 is the code of the branch Chester le Street - 772014.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21P05?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21P05 points to Chester le Street - 772014. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21P05 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21P05 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21P05.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.