SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H38
LOYDGB21H38 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Margate, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21H38 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | H38 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cecil Square Margate -776307 |
| City | Margate |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- H38 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/BIC code LOYDGB21H38?
The code LOYDGB21H38 belongs to Cecil Square Margate -776307, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Margate, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21H38 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21H38.
What does each part of LOYDGB21H38 mean?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H38 is the code of the branch Cecil Square Margate -776307.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21H38 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21H38 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21H38?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21H38 points to Cecil Square Margate -776307. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21H38.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.