SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z35
LOYDGB21Z35 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21Z35 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | Z35 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Private Banking London West End - 305823 |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- Z35 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 BIC LOYDGB21Z35?
LOYDGB21Z35 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Private Banking London West End - 305823, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of LOYDGB21Z35 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Z35 is the code of the department Private Banking London West End - 305823.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21Z35?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21Z35 is Private Banking London West End - 305823. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21Z35.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21Z35 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21Z35.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.