SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B83
HLFXGB21B83 belongs to Halifax PLC in Billericay, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21B83 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | B83 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Billericay (110039 |
| City | Billericay |
| Country | United 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.
- B83 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
What bank uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21B83?
HLFXGB21B83 identifies Billericay (110039, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Billericay, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21B83 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B83 is the code of the department Billericay (110039.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B83?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B83 points to Billericay (110039. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21B83.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21B83 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21B83 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Has Halifax PLC got other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.