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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21142

LOYDGB21142 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Hitchin, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21142

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21142
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code142
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchHitchin - 309430
CityHitchin
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.
142 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

What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21142?

LOYDGB21142 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hitchin - 309430, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Hitchin, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21142?

LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21142 is Hitchin - 309430. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21142 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need LOYDGB21142 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21142.

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

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

What happens if I enter LOYDGB21142 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21142 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.