SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B21
HLFXGB21B21 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hull, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21B21 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | B21 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Hull City - 116178 |
| City | Hull |
| Country | United 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.
- B21 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21B21?
The code HLFXGB21B21 belongs to Hull City - 116178, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Hull, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21B21 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21B21.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21B21 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21B21 with the recipient before sending.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B21?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B21 points to Hull City - 116178. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21B21.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.