SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21238
LOYDGB21238 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Swindon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21238 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 238 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Gorse Hill Swindon - 301335 |
| City | Swindon |
| 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.
- 238 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 uses BIC LOYDGB21238?
LOYDGB21238 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gorse Hill Swindon - 301335, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Swindon, 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC 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 LOYDGB21238 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21238.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21238 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21238 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.