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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A22

HLFXGB21A22 belongs to Halifax PLC in Abingdon, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21A22

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21A22
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeA22
BankHalifax PLC
BranchAbingdon High Street
CityAbingdon
CountryUnited 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.
A22 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 BIC HLFXGB21A22?

HLFXGB21A22 identifies Abingdon High Street, part of Halifax PLC in Abingdon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21A22 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and A22 is the code of the branch Abingdon High Street.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21A22 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21A22 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A22?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A22 points to Abingdon High Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21A22 if the recipient asks for it.

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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need HLFXGB21A22 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21A22.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.