SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H12
LOYDGB21H12 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21H12 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | H12 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bournemouth - 775028 |
| City | Bournemouth |
| 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.
- H12 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 LOYDGB21H12?
LOYDGB21H12 identifies Bournemouth - 775028, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter LOYDGB21H12 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LOYDGB21H12 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21H12 mean?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and H12 is the code of the department Bournemouth - 775028.
What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21H12?
LOYDGB21 points to the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21H12 points to Bournemouth - 775028. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use LOYDGB21H12 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.