SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W24
LOYDGB21W24 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Kingston-Upon-Thames, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21W24 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | W24 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Kingston-Upon-Thames - 773024 |
| City | Kingston-Upon-Thames |
| 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.
- W24 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 LOYDGB21W24?
The code LOYDGB21W24 belongs to Kingston-Upon-Thames - 773024, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Kingston-Upon-Thames, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need LOYDGB21W24 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 LOYDGB21W24.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21W24?
LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21W24 points to Kingston-Upon-Thames - 773024. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21W24 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21W24 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21W24 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.