SWIFT/BIC code HLFMGB21XXX
HLFMGB21XXX belongs to Hargreaves Lansdown in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFMGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFMGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Hargreaves Lansdown |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Hargreaves Lansdown SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HLFM 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.
- XXX 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 institution uses BIC HLFMGB21XXX?
The code HLFMGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Hargreaves Lansdown in Bristol, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Hargreaves Lansdown does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of HLFMGB21XXX stand for?
HLFM is the bank code of Hargreaves Lansdown, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Is HLFMGB21 and HLFMGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. HLFMGB21 is the short version of HLFMGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Hargreaves Lansdown in Bristol.
Do I need HLFMGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFMGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Hargreaves Lansdown?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter HLFMGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFMGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.