SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B87

HLFXGB21B87 belongs to Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B87

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B87
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB87
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBingham (Hps
CityNottingham
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.
B87 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/BIC code HLFXGB21B87?

HLFXGB21B87 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bingham (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

Do I need HLFXGB21B87 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21B87.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B87?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B87 is Bingham (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21B87.

Does Halifax PLC have 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. 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?

Banks often add several percent 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.