SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Y09
LOYDGB21Y09 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21Y09 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | Y09 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Group Banking Services Division - 773030 |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- Y09 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 bank is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21Y09?
LOYDGB21Y09 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Group Banking Services Division - 773030, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21Y09 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and Y09 is the code of the branch Group Banking Services Division - 773030.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21Y09 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21Y09 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need LOYDGB21Y09 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. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21Y09.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21Y09?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21Y09 points to Group Banking Services Division - 773030. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21Y09.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.