SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A27
HLFXGB21A27 belongs to Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21A27 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | A27 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Acocks Green 1117 W'ck Rd |
| City | Birmingham |
| 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.
- A27 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21A27?
HLFXGB21A27 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Acocks Green 1117 W'ck Rd, a unit of Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21A27 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21A27 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21A27 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and A27 identifies the branch Acocks Green 1117 W'ck Rd.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A27?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A27 points to Acocks Green 1117 W'ck Rd. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21A27.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21A27 to send euros 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 HLFXGB21A27.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.