SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B49
HLFXGB21B49 belongs to Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21B49 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | B49 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Beeston 44 High Road |
| City | Nottingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- B49 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B49?
HLFXGB21B49 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Beeston 44 High Road, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21B49 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B49 is the code of the branch Beeston 44 High Road.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21B49 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21B49 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B49?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B49 is Beeston 44 High Road. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21B49.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.