SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z31
LOYDGB21Z31 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21Z31 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | Z31 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Private Banking Southampton - 302854 |
| City | Southampton |
| 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.
- Z31 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 uses SWIFT code LOYDGB21Z31?
The code LOYDGB21Z31 belongs to Private Banking Southampton - 302854, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21Z31?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21Z31 is Private Banking Southampton - 302854. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21Z31.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21Z31 to send euros 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 LOYDGB21Z31.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.