SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z28

LOYDGB21Z28 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21Z28

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21Z28
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeZ28
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchPb Direct Leeds - 302855
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Lloyds Bank 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.
Z28 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 code LOYDGB21Z28?

The code LOYDGB21Z28 belongs to Pb Direct Leeds - 302855, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need LOYDGB21Z28 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21Z28.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21Z28 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21Z28 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.

What does each part of LOYDGB21Z28 stand for?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and Z28 is the code of the branch Pb Direct Leeds - 302855.

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