SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W19

LOYDGB21W19 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Peterlee, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21W19

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21W19
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeW19
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchPeterlee - 772914
CityPeterlee
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.
W19 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 code LOYDGB21W19?

LOYDGB21W19 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Peterlee - 772914, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Peterlee, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more 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.

Do I need LOYDGB21W19 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21W19.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21W19?

LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21W19 is Peterlee - 772914. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21W19.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21W19 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21W19 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.

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