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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B74

HLFXGB21B74 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hastings, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B74

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B74
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB74
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHastings - 110027
CityHastings
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
B74 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/BIC code HLFXGB21B74?

The code HLFXGB21B74 belongs to Hastings - 110027, a unit of Halifax PLC in Hastings, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21B74 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21B74 with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21B74 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B74 is the code of the department Hastings - 110027.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B74?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B74 points to Hastings - 110027. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21B74 if the recipient asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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