SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B06
HLFXGB21B06 belongs to Halifax PLC in Epsom, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21B06 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | B06 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Epsom - 111457 |
| City | Epsom |
| Country | United 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.
- B06 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21B06?
HLFXGB21B06 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Epsom - 111457, a unit of Halifax PLC in Epsom, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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 HLFXGB21B06?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B06 points to Epsom - 111457. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21B06.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21B06 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21B06 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21B06 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B06 identifies the department Epsom - 111457.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.