SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21673
LOYDGB21673 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Canterbury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21673 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | 673 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Canterbury - 306457 |
| City | Canterbury |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 673 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
What bank is behind BIC LOYDGB21673?
LOYDGB21673 identifies Canterbury - 306457, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Canterbury, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need LOYDGB21673 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21673.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21673?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21673 is Canterbury - 306457. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21673 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21673 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21673 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.