SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z96
LOYDGB21Z96 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Merry Hill, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21Z96 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | Z96 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Telephony-West Mid (307697 |
| City | Merry Hill |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- Z96 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 SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z96?
The code LOYDGB21Z96 belongs to Telephony-West Mid (307697, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Merry Hill, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21Z96 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 Z96 is the code of the department Telephony-West Mid (307697.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21Z96?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21Z96 points to Telephony-West Mid (307697. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21Z96.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21Z96 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21Z96 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.