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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21201

LOYDGB21201 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Hereford, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21201

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21201
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code201
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchHereford - 309414
CityHereford
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
201 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 SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21201?

LOYDGB21201 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hereford - 309414, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Hereford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

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.

What does each part of LOYDGB21201 stand for?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 201 identifies the department Hereford - 309414.

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

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

Do I need LOYDGB21201 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21201.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21201?

LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21201 is Hereford - 309414. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LOYDGB21201 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.