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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B09

HLFXGB21B09 belongs to Halifax PLC in Ilford, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B09

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B09
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB09
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBarkingside (110026
CityIlford
CountryUnited 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.
B09 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 bank uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21B09?

HLFXGB21B09 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barkingside (110026, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Ilford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21B09 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21B09 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21B09 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B09 identifies the department Barkingside (110026.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B09?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B09 points to Barkingside (110026. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21B09 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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