SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B52
HLFXGB21B52 belongs to Halifax PLC in Belfast, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21B52 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | B52 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Belfast Connswater (116156 |
| City | Belfast |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- B52 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21B52?
HLFXGB21B52 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Belfast Connswater (116156, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Belfast, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B52?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B52 is Belfast Connswater (116156. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21B52 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21B52 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21B52 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.