SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Z97
LOYDGB21Z97 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21Z97 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | Z97 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Westminster House Manchester (307881 |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- Z97 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 LOYDGB21Z97?
LOYDGB21Z97 identifies Westminster House Manchester (307881, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21Z97 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21Z97.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21Z97 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21Z97 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of LOYDGB21Z97 stand for?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and Z97 identifies the department Westminster House Manchester (307881.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.