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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z21

LOYDGB21Z21 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21Z21

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21Z21
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeZ21
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchPrivate Banking London - 301890
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
Z21 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21Z21?

LOYDGB21Z21 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Private Banking London - 301890, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21Z21 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21Z21 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.

What does each part of LOYDGB21Z21 mean?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and Z21 identifies the branch Private Banking London - 301890.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21Z21?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21Z21 is Private Banking London - 301890. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use LOYDGB21Z21 if the recipient asks for it.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need LOYDGB21Z21 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 LOYDGB21Z21.

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