SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21F09
LOYDGB21F09 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Gillingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21F09 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | F09 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | City Office - 308012 |
| City | Gillingham |
| 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.
- F09 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 SWIFT code LOYDGB21F09?
The code LOYDGB21F09 belongs to City Office - 308012, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Gillingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21F09 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21F09 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have 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.
Do I need LOYDGB21F09 for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21F09.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.