SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z71
LOYDGB21Z71 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21Z71 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | Z71 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Retail Live Trial - 302793 |
| City | Bristol |
| 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.
- Z71 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z71?
The code LOYDGB21Z71 belongs to Retail Live Trial - 302793, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21Z71 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21Z71.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21Z71 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and Z71 is the code of the department Retail Live Trial - 302793.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.