SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB2LMON
LOYDGB2LMON belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB2LMON |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB2L |
| Branch code | MON |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Foreign Cheques and International Clearings (300187 |
| City | Northampton |
| 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).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MON 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 LOYDGB2LMON?
LOYDGB2LMON identifies Foreign Cheques and International Clearings (300187, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB2LMON incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB2LMON against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need LOYDGB2LMON for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB2LMON.
Can I use LOYDGB2L instead of LOYDGB2LMON?
LOYDGB2L is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB2LMON is Foreign Cheques and International Clearings (300187. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use LOYDGB2LMON if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.