SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21596
LOYDGB21596 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Sandown, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21596 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 596 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sandown - 309742 |
| City | Sandown |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 596 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 BIC LOYDGB21596?
LOYDGB21596 identifies Sandown - 309742, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Sandown, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21596 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 596 identifies the department Sandown - 309742.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21596 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21596 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Lloyds Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.