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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B60

HLFXGB21B60 belongs to Halifax PLC in Lisburn, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B60

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B60
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB60
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBelfast Hxd
CityLisburn
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
B60 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 HLFXGB21B60?

The code HLFXGB21B60 belongs to Belfast Hxd, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Lisburn, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21B60 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B60 identifies the branch Belfast Hxd.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21B60 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21B60 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B60?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B60 is Belfast Hxd. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21B60 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21B60 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21B60.

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