SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B16
HLFXGB21B16 belongs to Halifax PLC in Barnstaple, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21B16 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | B16 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Barnstaple (110025 |
| City | Barnstaple |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- B16 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 HLFXGB21B16?
The code HLFXGB21B16 belongs to Barnstaple (110025, a unit of Halifax PLC in Barnstaple, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21B16 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21B16 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21B16 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21B16.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21B16 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and B16 identifies the department Barnstaple (110025.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.