SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W46
LOYDGB21W46 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Stafford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21W46 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | W46 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Market Square Stafford - 772721 |
| City | Stafford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- W46 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 SWIFT code LOYDGB21W46?
LOYDGB21W46 identifies Market Square Stafford - 772721, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Stafford, 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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21W46?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21W46 points to Market Square Stafford - 772721. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21W46 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need LOYDGB21W46 to send euros 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 LOYDGB21W46.
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. 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.