SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B29
HLFXGB21B29 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bath, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21B29 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | B29 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Bath - 110036 |
| City | Bath |
| 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.
- B29 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21B29?
HLFXGB21B29 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bath - 110036, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Bath, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B29?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B29 is Bath - 110036. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21B29 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21B29 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21B29 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21B29 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21B29.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.