SWIFT/BIC code LOYDGB21Y87
LOYDGB21Y87 belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDGB21Y87 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDGB21 |
| Branch code | Y87 |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC |
| Branch | Halifax - 777935 |
| City | Halifax |
| 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.
- Y87 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 branch is behind SWIFT code LOYDGB21Y87?
The code LOYDGB21Y87 belongs to Halifax - 777935, a unit of Lloyds Bank PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use LOYDGB21 instead of LOYDGB21Y87?
LOYDGB21 is the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC, while LOYDGB21Y87 points to Halifax - 777935. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use LOYDGB21Y87 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers 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. All of them are listed on the page of Lloyds Bank PLC.
Do I need LOYDGB21Y87 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 do need LOYDGB21Y87.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.