SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B19

HLFXGB21B19 belongs to Halifax PLC in Barrow-In-Furness, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B19

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B19
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB19
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBarrow In Furness - 110028
CityBarrow-In-Furness
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
B19 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B19?

HLFXGB21B19 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barrow In Furness - 110028, a unit of Halifax PLC in Barrow-In-Furness, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B19?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B19 points to Barrow In Furness - 110028. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21B19.

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

Many banks add 1–3% 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.

Do I need HLFXGB21B19 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21B19.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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