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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B66

HLFXGB21B66 belongs to Halifax PLC in Isle of Benbecula, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B66

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B66
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB66
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBenbecula
CityIsle of Benbecula
CountryUnited 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.
B66 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 BIC HLFXGB21B66?

HLFXGB21B66 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Benbecula, a unit of Halifax PLC in Isle of Benbecula, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21B66 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21B66.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

What does each part of HLFXGB21B66 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and B66 identifies the department Benbecula.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B66?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B66 is Benbecula. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21B66 if the recipient asks for it.

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 specialist providers before you send.

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