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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21739

LOYDGB21739 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Christchurch, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21739

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21739
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch code739
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchChristchurch - 308089
CityChristchurch
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
739 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 LOYDGB21739?

LOYDGB21739 identifies Christchurch - 308089, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Christchurch, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21739 mean?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 739 identifies the department Christchurch - 308089.

Do I need LOYDGB21739 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21739.

How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21739?

LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21739 is Christchurch - 308089. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use LOYDGB21739 if the recipient asks for it.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.