SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H37
LOYDGB21H37 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Ashford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21H37 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | H37 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ashford - 776306 |
| City | Ashford |
| 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.
- H37 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 bank uses BIC LOYDGB21H37?
LOYDGB21H37 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ashford - 776306, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Ashford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent 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 LOYDGB21H37 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21H37.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21H37 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21H37 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in LOYDGB21H37 stand for?
LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H37 identifies the branch Ashford - 776306.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.