SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W56

LOYDGB21W56 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Stroud, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21W56

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21W56
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeW56
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchRowcroft Stroud - 772722
CityStroud
CountryUnited 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.
W56 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

What bank uses SWIFT code LOYDGB21W56?

LOYDGB21W56 identifies Rowcroft Stroud - 772722, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Stroud, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need LOYDGB21W56 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21W56.

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21W56 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21W56 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of LOYDGB21W56 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 W56 is the code of the department Rowcroft Stroud - 772722.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.