SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B69
HLFXGB21B69 belongs to Halifax PLC in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21B69 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | B69 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Berwick-Upon-Tweed - 114542 |
| City | Berwick-Upon-Tweed |
| Country | United 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.
- B69 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B69?
HLFXGB21B69 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Berwick-Upon-Tweed - 114542, a unit of Halifax PLC in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21B69 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21B69.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21B69 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21B69 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Halifax PLC got other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.