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SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21J27

LOYDGB21J27 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Hayes, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21J27

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21J27
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeJ27
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchHayes - 779146
CityHayes
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
J27 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 SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21J27?

LOYDGB21J27 identifies Hayes - 779146, part of Lloyds Bank PLC in Hayes, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take 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 LOYDGB21J27 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21J27.

What do the letters in LOYDGB21J27 stand for?

LOYD is the institution code of Lloyds Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and J27 is the code of the branch Hayes - 779146.

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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21J27?

LOYDGB21 points to the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21J27 points to Hayes - 779146. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21J27.

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