SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21F27
LOYDGB21F27 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Gillingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21F27 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | F27 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Mobile Branch (770459) Gillingham Hub |
| City | Gillingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- F27 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/BIC code LOYDGB21F27?
LOYDGB21F27 identifies Mobile Branch (770459) Gillingham Hub, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Gillingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21F27?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21F27 is Mobile Branch (770459) Gillingham Hub. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21F27.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21F27 mean?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and F27 is the code of the department Mobile Branch (770459) Gillingham Hub.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need LOYDGB21F27 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21F27.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.