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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B79

HLFXGB21B79 belongs to Halifax PLC in Smethwick, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B79

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B79
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB79
BankHalifax PLC
BranchB'ham 541 Bearwood Road
CitySmethwick
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.
B79 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 HLFXGB21B79?

HLFXGB21B79 identifies B'ham 541 Bearwood Road, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Smethwick, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21B79 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and B79 is the code of the department B'ham 541 Bearwood Road.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B79?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B79 is B'ham 541 Bearwood Road. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21B79.

Do I need HLFXGB21B79 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21B79.

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