SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21J91
LOYDGB21J91 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Gravesend, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21J91 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | J91 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Gravesend - 779506 |
| City | Gravesend |
| Country | United 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.
- J91 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 SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21J91?
LOYDGB21J91 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gravesend - 779506, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Gravesend, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use LOYDGB21J91 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LOYDGB21J91 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21J91?
LOYDGB21 is the head office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21J91 points to Gravesend - 779506. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21J91 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need LOYDGB21J91 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need LOYDGB21J91.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.