SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H96

LOYDGB21H96 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Ebbw Vale, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21H96

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21H96
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeH96
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchEbbw Vale - 776207
CityEbbw Vale
CountryUnited 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.
H96 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21H96?

LOYDGB21H96 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ebbw Vale - 776207, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Ebbw Vale, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of LOYDGB21H96 stand for?

LOYD is the bank code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H96 identifies the department Ebbw Vale - 776207.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?

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

Do I need LOYDGB21H96 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need LOYDGB21H96.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21H96 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21H96 with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

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

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