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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B41

HLFXGB21B41 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B41

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B41
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB41
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBedford
CityBedford
CountryUnited 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.
B41 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21B41?

HLFXGB21B41 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bedford, a unit of Halifax PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21B41 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and B41 is the code of the department Bedford.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21B41 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21B41 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

Do I need HLFXGB21B41 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21B41.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B41?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B41 is Bedford. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21B41.

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