SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H59

LOYDGB21H59 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Sevenoaks, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21H59

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21H59
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeH59
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchSevenoaks - 776331
CitySevenoaks
CountryUnited 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.
H59 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 LOYDGB21H59?

The code LOYDGB21H59 belongs to Sevenoaks - 776331, a branch or department of Lloyds Bank PLC in Sevenoaks, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Lloyds Bank PLC got 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. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21H59 mean?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H59 is the code of the branch Sevenoaks - 776331.

Do I need LOYDGB21H59 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of 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 do need LOYDGB21H59.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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