SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21109
LOYDGB21109 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Folkestone, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21109 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 109 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sandgate Road Folkestone - 309334 |
| City | Folkestone |
| 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.
- 109 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 LOYDGB21109?
LOYDGB21109 identifies Sandgate Road Folkestone - 309334, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Folkestone, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21109?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21109 points to Sandgate Road Folkestone - 309334. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21109 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21109 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21109 with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.