SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W78
LOYDGB21W78 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Crewe, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21W78 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | W78 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Crewe - 774817 |
| City | Crewe |
| Country | United 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.
- W78 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 LOYDGB21W78?
LOYDGB21W78 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Crewe - 774817, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Crewe, 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?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21W78 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21W78.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21W78 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21W78 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of LOYDGB21W78 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W78 identifies the branch Crewe - 774817.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.