SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A32
HLFXGB21A32 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21A32 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | A32 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Aesop Contributions |
| City | Halifax |
| 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.
- A32 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 branch uses BIC HLFXGB21A32?
HLFXGB21A32 identifies Aesop Contributions, part of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A32?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A32 points to Aesop Contributions. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21A32 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21A32 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21A32.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What does each part of HLFXGB21A32 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and A32 is the code of the branch Aesop Contributions.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.