SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21B70
LOYDGB21B70 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Chichester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21B70 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | B70 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chichester - 772508 |
| City | Chichester |
| 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.
- B70 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 SWIFT code LOYDGB21B70?
LOYDGB21B70 identifies Chichester - 772508, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Chichester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of LOYDGB21B70 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B70 identifies the department Chichester - 772508.
Do I need LOYDGB21B70 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21B70.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best 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 LOYDGB21B70?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21B70 points to Chichester - 772508. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21B70.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.