SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W20
LOYDGB21W20 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Mitcham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21W20 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | W20 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Mitcham - 773007 |
| City | Mitcham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- W20 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 is behind BIC LOYDGB21W20?
LOYDGB21W20 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mitcham - 773007, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Mitcham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21W20?
LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21W20 is Mitcham - 773007. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21W20.
What does each part of LOYDGB21W20 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W20 is the code of the department Mitcham - 773007.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got 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. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
Do I need LOYDGB21W20 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21W20.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. 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.