SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W45
LOYDGB21W45 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Redditch, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21W45 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | W45 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Redditch - 772720 |
| City | Redditch |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- W45 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 LOYDGB21W45?
LOYDGB21W45 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Redditch - 772720, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Redditch, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21W45 for a euro transfer 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 still need LOYDGB21W45.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other 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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21W45?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21W45 points to Redditch - 772720. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21W45 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21W45 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21W45 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.