SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B88
HLFXGB21B88 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bingley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21B88 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | B88 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Bingley (Hps |
| City | Bingley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- B88 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 BIC HLFXGB21B88?
The code HLFXGB21B88 belongs to Bingley (Hps, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Bingley, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21B88 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21B88 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need HLFXGB21B88 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 still need HLFXGB21B88.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HLFXGB21B88 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B88 is the code of the department Bingley (Hps.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.