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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21W97

LOYDGB21W97 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Staines, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21W97

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21W97
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeW97
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchStaines - 779410
CityStaines
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.
W97 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 LOYDGB21W97?

LOYDGB21W97 identifies Staines - 779410, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Staines, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21W97 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21W97 with the recipient before you confirm.

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

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.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21W97 stand for?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and W97 identifies the branch Staines - 779410.

Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more 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.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21W97?

LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21W97 points to Staines - 779410. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21W97.

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