SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z68

LOYDGB21Z68 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21Z68

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21Z68
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeZ68
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchRetail Live Trial - 305726
CityBristol
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
Z68 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 is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21Z68?

LOYDGB21Z68 identifies Retail Live Trial - 305726, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21Z68?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21Z68 is Retail Live Trial - 305726. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21Z68 if the recipient asks for it.

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.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need LOYDGB21Z68 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21Z68.

What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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