SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B71

HLFXGB21B71 belongs to Halifax PLC in Beverley, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B71

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B71
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB71
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBeverley (110049
CityBeverley
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.
B71 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21B71?

The code HLFXGB21B71 belongs to Beverley (110049, part of Halifax PLC in Beverley, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21B71 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B71 is the code of the branch Beverley (110049.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21B71 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21B71 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

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

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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B71?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B71 points to Beverley (110049. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21B71 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21B71 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21B71.

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