SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21065

LOYDGB21065 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21065

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21065
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code065
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchHampstead -309380
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
065 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 uses BIC LOYDGB21065?

LOYDGB21065 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hampstead -309380, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need LOYDGB21065 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21065.

What does each part of LOYDGB21065 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 065 is the code of the branch Hampstead -309380.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21065?

LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21065 points to Hampstead -309380. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use LOYDGB21065 if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best 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 what you receive 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.