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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B01

HLFXGB21B01 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bangor, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B01

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B01
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB01
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBangor Ballyholme (Hea
CityBangor
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
B01 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/BIC code HLFXGB21B01?

HLFXGB21B01 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bangor Ballyholme (Hea, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Bangor, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21B01 mean?

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 B01 identifies the department Bangor Ballyholme (Hea.

Does Halifax PLC have 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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B01?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B01 is Bangor Ballyholme (Hea. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21B01 if the recipient asks for it.

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 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21B01 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21B01.

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