SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W71

LOYDGB21W71 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Worcester, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21W71

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21W71
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeW71
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchThe Cross Worcester - 772728
CityWorcester
CountryUnited 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.
W71 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 BIC LOYDGB21W71?

The code LOYDGB21W71 belongs to The Cross Worcester - 772728, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Worcester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21W71 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21W71 with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of LOYDGB21W71 mean?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and W71 is the code of the branch The Cross Worcester - 772728.

Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.

Do I need LOYDGB21W71 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 LOYDGB21W71.

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