SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21059
HLFXGB21059 belongs to Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21059 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | 059 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Manchester Cross St - 110518 |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 059 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
What bank uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21059?
The code HLFXGB21059 belongs to Manchester Cross St - 110518, a unit of Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21059 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 059 identifies the branch Manchester Cross St - 110518.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21059?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21059 is Manchester Cross St - 110518. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21059.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21059 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21059 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.