SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A39
HLFXGB21A39 belongs to Halifax PLC in Alexandria, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21A39 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | A39 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Alexandria |
| City | Alexandria |
| 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.
- A39 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 HLFXGB21A39?
HLFXGB21A39 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Alexandria, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Alexandria, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21A39 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21A39 with the recipient before sending.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need HLFXGB21A39 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21A39.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21A39 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and A39 is the code of the department Alexandria.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.