SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21P45

LOYDGB21P45 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Prescot, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21P45

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21P45
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeP45
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchPrescot - 771738
CityPrescot
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.
P45 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/BIC code LOYDGB21P45?

The code LOYDGB21P45 belongs to Prescot - 771738, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Prescot, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of LOYDGB21P45 stand for?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and P45 identifies the branch Prescot - 771738.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21P45?

LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21P45 points to Prescot - 771738. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21P45.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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