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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W08

LOYDGB21W08 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Croydon, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21W08

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21W08
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeW08
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchCroydon Central - 773004
CityCroydon
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.
W08 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 BIC LOYDGB21W08?

LOYDGB21W08 identifies Croydon Central - 773004, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Croydon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

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

What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21W08?

LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21W08 points to Croydon Central - 773004. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21W08.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21W08 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21W08 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.

Do I need LOYDGB21W08 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21W08.

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