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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A62

HLFXGB21A62 belongs to Halifax PLC in Ascot, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21A62

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21A62
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeA62
BankHalifax PLC
BranchAscot (Hps
CityAscot
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
A62 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21A62?

HLFXGB21A62 identifies Ascot (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Ascot, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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 happens if I enter HLFXGB21A62 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21A62 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A62?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A62 is Ascot (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21A62.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21A62 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 A62 is the code of the branch Ascot (Hps.

Do I need HLFXGB21A62 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21A62.

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