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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H73

LOYDGB21H73 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21H73

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21H73
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeH73
BankLloyds Bank PLC
Branch31 Queen St Cardiff - 776201
CityCardiff
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
H73 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 LOYDGB21H73?

The code LOYDGB21H73 belongs to 31 Queen St Cardiff - 776201, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21H73 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 H73 identifies the branch 31 Queen St Cardiff - 776201.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21H73 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21H73 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21H73?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21H73 points to 31 Queen St Cardiff - 776201. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21H73.

Do I need LOYDGB21H73 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21H73.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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