SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGBC1999
LOYDGBC1999 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGBC1999 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGBC1 |
| Branch code | 999 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cardnet (301701 |
| 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).
- C1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 999 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 code LOYDGBC1999?
LOYDGBC1999 identifies Cardnet (301701, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in LOYDGBC1999 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, C1 is the location code and 999 identifies the department Cardnet (301701.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGBC1999 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LOYDGBC1999.
Can I use LOYDGBC1 instead of LOYDGBC1999?
LOYDGBC1 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGBC1999 points to Cardnet (301701. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGBC1999 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.