GoldexPay
Language: EN
English Nederlands Deutsch Français Español

SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B90

HLFXGB21B90 belongs to Halifax PLC in Birkenhead, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B90

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B90
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB90
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBirkenhead (110054
CityBirkenhead
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
B90 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 HLFXGB21B90?

HLFXGB21B90 identifies Birkenhead (110054, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Birkenhead, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B90?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B90 points to Birkenhead (110054. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21B90.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21B90 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21B90 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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 in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21B90 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B90 identifies the branch Birkenhead (110054.

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