SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B73

HLFXGB21B73 belongs to Halifax PLC in Beverley, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B73

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B73
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB73
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBeverley Market Place
CityBeverley
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.
B73 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21B73?

HLFXGB21B73 identifies Beverley Market Place, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Beverley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B73?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B73 is Beverley Market Place. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21B73 if the recipient asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21B73 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21B73 with the recipient before sending.

Do I need HLFXGB21B73 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21B73.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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