SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21007
HLFXGB21007 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21007 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | 007 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | London Moorgate - 110474 |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HLFX 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.
- 007 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 HLFXGB21007?
The code HLFXGB21007 belongs to London Moorgate - 110474, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21007 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21007 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Do I need HLFXGB21007 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21007.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21007 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 007 identifies the department London Moorgate - 110474.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.