SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21T78
LOYDGB21T78 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Plymouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21T78 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | T78 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | St Budeaux Plymouth - 770903 |
| City | Plymouth |
| Country | United 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.
- T78 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 LOYDGB21T78?
The code LOYDGB21T78 belongs to St Budeaux Plymouth - 770903, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Plymouth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21T78 to send euros 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 LOYDGB21T78.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21T78 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21T78 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of LOYDGB21T78 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 T78 is the code of the branch St Budeaux Plymouth - 770903.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.