SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A83
HLFXGB21A83 belongs to Halifax PLC in Shipley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21A83 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | A83 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Baildon (Hps |
| City | Shipley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- A83 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21A83?
HLFXGB21A83 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Baildon (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Shipley, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21A83 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21A83 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21A83 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and A83 is the code of the branch Baildon (Hps.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A83?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A83 points to Baildon (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21A83 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.