SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H87
LOYDGB21H87 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Pontypridd, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21H87 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | H87 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Market Square Pontypridd - 776216 |
| City | Pontypridd |
| 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.
- H87 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H87?
The code LOYDGB21H87 belongs to Market Square Pontypridd - 776216, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Pontypridd, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of LOYDGB21H87 mean?
LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and H87 is the code of the branch Market Square Pontypridd - 776216.
How long does it take to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDGB21H87 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. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21H87.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21H87 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LOYDGB21H87 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive 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.