SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W55
LOYDGB21W55 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Hereford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21W55 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | W55 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hereford - 772711 |
| City | Hereford |
| 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.
- W55 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 SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W55?
LOYDGB21W55 identifies Hereford - 772711, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Hereford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21W55 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W55 is the code of the branch Hereford - 772711.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21W55 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21W55 with the recipient before sending.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need LOYDGB21W55 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21W55.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.