SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B12
HLFXGB21B12 belongs to Halifax PLC in Barnsley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21B12 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | B12 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Barnsley (110023 |
| City | Barnsley |
| 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.
- B12 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 BIC HLFXGB21B12?
HLFXGB21B12 identifies Barnsley (110023, a unit of Halifax PLC in Barnsley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21B12 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21B12 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21B12 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21B12.
What does each part of HLFXGB21B12 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B12 identifies the department Barnsley (110023.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.