SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21309
LOYDGB21309 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Littlehampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21309 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 309 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Littlehampton - 309509 |
| City | Littlehampton |
| 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.
- 309 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 LOYDGB21309?
The code LOYDGB21309 belongs to Littlehampton - 309509, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Littlehampton, 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 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.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21309 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21309.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21309 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21309 with the recipient before sending.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.