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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B78

HLFXGB21B78 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bexleyheath, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B78

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B78
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB78
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBexleyheath Broadway (Hps
CityBexleyheath
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
B78 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21B78?

The code HLFXGB21B78 belongs to Bexleyheath Broadway (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Bexleyheath, 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 in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21B78 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21B78.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

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.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B78?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B78 points to Bexleyheath Broadway (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21B78.

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