SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H28
LOYDGB21H28 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Whitstable, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21H28 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | H28 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Whitstable - 776315 |
| City | Whitstable |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Lloyds Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- H28 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 BIC LOYDGB21H28?
LOYDGB21H28 identifies Whitstable - 776315, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Whitstable, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21H28?
LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21H28 points to Whitstable - 776315. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21H28 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21H28 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21H28 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need LOYDGB21H28 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21H28.
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. Payments 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.