SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21P68

LOYDGB21P68 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Hoddesdon, United Kingdom.

LOYDGB21P68

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLOYDGB21P68
8-character codeLOYDGB21
Branch codeP68
BankLloyds Bank PLC
BranchHoddesdon - 770513
CityHoddesdon
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.
P68 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 BIC LOYDGB21P68?

LOYDGB21P68 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hoddesdon - 770513, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Hoddesdon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need LOYDGB21P68 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LOYDGB21P68.

How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21P68?

LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21P68 points to Hoddesdon - 770513. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LOYDGB21P68.

What happens if I use LOYDGB21P68 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LOYDGB21P68 against the details from Lloyds Bank PLC before you confirm.

Does Lloyds Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 1646 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom. 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.