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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21P40

LOYDGB21P40 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Altrincham, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21P40

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21P40
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeP40
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchAltrincham - 771914
CityAltrincham
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.
P40 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21P40?

The code LOYDGB21P40 belongs to Altrincham - 771914, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Altrincham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.

What does each part of LOYDGB21P40 mean?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and P40 is the code of the branch Altrincham - 771914.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21P40?

LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21P40 points to Altrincham - 771914. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21P40.

Do I need LOYDGB21P40 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21P40.

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