SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21F17
LOYDGB21F17 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Ebbw Vale, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21F17 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | F17 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Mobile Branch Ebbw Vale Hub (770426 |
| City | Ebbw Vale |
| 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.
- F17 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 LOYDGB21F17?
The code LOYDGB21F17 belongs to Mobile Branch Ebbw Vale Hub (770426, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Ebbw Vale, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21F17?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21F17 is Mobile Branch Ebbw Vale Hub (770426. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use LOYDGB21F17 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21F17 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21F17 with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21F17 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 do need LOYDGB21F17.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.