SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z30
LOYDGB21Z30 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21Z30 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | Z30 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Private Banking Cambridge - 302847 |
| City | Cambridge |
| Country | United 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.
- Z30 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z30?
The code LOYDGB21Z30 belongs to Private Banking Cambridge - 302847, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21Z30 mean?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Z30 identifies the department Private Banking Cambridge - 302847.
Do I need LOYDGB21Z30 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21Z30.
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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21Z30?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21Z30 points to Private Banking Cambridge - 302847. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21Z30.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.