SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21P97
LOYDGB21P97 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21P97 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | P97 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Oldham - 770114 |
| City | Oldham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- P97 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 BIC LOYDGB21P97?
The code LOYDGB21P97 belongs to Oldham - 770114, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21P97 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21P97 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need LOYDGB21P97 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21P97.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21P97 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 P97 identifies the branch Oldham - 770114.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.