SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H29

LOYDGB21H29 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21H29

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21H29
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeH29
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchTunbridge Wells - 776316
CityTunbridge Wells
CountryUnited 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.
H29 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 code LOYDGB21H29?

LOYDGB21H29 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tunbridge Wells - 776316, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21H29 stand for?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and H29 identifies the department Tunbridge Wells - 776316.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21H29 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21H29 with the recipient before sending.

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.

Do I need LOYDGB21H29 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21H29.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.