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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B61

HLFXGB21B61 belongs to Halifax PLC in Belfast, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B61

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B61
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB61
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBelfast New Homes (Hea
CityBelfast
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
B61 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21B61?

HLFXGB21B61 identifies Belfast New Homes (Hea, part of Halifax PLC in Belfast, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B61?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B61 points to Belfast New Homes (Hea. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21B61 if the recipient asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21B61 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21B61.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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