SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21056
HLFXGB21056 belongs to Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21056 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | 056 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Manchester Cross St - 110515 |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 056 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 BIC HLFXGB21056?
HLFXGB21056 identifies Manchester Cross St - 110515, a unit of Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21056?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21056 points to Manchester Cross St - 110515. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21056.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21056 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21056 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21056 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 056 identifies the branch Manchester Cross St - 110515.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.