SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21388
LOYDGB21388 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Hornchurch, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21388 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 388 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hornchurch - 301424 |
| City | Hornchurch |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 388 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 is behind BIC LOYDGB21388?
LOYDGB21388 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hornchurch - 301424, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Hornchurch, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21388?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21388 is Hornchurch - 301424. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21388.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often 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.
Do I need LOYDGB21388 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21388.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.