SWIFT/BIC code LOUBGB21XXX
LOUBGB21XXX belongs to Loughborough Building Society in Loughborough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOUBGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOUBGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Loughborough Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Loughborough |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Loughborough Building Society SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LOUB 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.
- XXX 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/BIC code LOUBGB21XXX?
The code LOUBGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Loughborough Building Society in Loughborough, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Loughborough Building Society.
Are LOUBGB21 and LOUBGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. LOUBGB21 is the short version of LOUBGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Loughborough Building Society in Loughborough.
How long does it take to send money to Loughborough Building Society in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOUBGB21XXX 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 LOUBGB21XXX.
What is the best way to send money to Loughborough Building Society in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Does Loughborough Building Society use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – LOUBGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Loughborough Building Society in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.