SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Y47
LOYDGB21Y47 belongs to Tsb Bank PLC (Formerly Lloyds Tsb Scotland PLC) in Andover, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21Y47 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | Y47 |
| Bank | Tsb Bank PLC (Formerly Lloyds Tsb Scotland PLC) |
| Branch | C and G (305934 |
| City | Andover |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Tsb Bank PLC (Formerly Lloyds Tsb Scotland PLC) SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- Y47 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 BIC LOYDGB21Y47?
The code LOYDGB21Y47 belongs to C and G (305934, part of Tsb Bank PLC (Formerly Lloyds Tsb Scotland PLC) in Andover, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21Y47 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Tsb Bank PLC (Formerly Lloyds Tsb Scotland PLC), GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Y47 identifies the department C and G (305934.
What is the best way to send money to Tsb Bank PLC (Formerly Lloyds Tsb Scotland PLC) in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21Y47?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Tsb Bank PLC (Formerly Lloyds Tsb Scotland PLC), while LOYDGB21Y47 points to C and G (305934. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21Y47 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need LOYDGB21Y47 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21Y47.
How long does a transfer to Tsb Bank PLC (Formerly Lloyds Tsb Scotland PLC) take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.