SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21G05
LOYDGB21G05 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Horncastle, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21G05 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | G05 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Horncastle - 777208 |
| City | Horncastle |
| Country | United 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.
- G05 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21G05?
The code LOYDGB21G05 belongs to Horncastle - 777208, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Horncastle, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21G05 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21G05 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need LOYDGB21G05 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need LOYDGB21G05.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21G05?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21G05 points to Horncastle - 777208. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21G05.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.