SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B95

HLFXGB21B95 belongs to Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21B95

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21B95
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeB95
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBirmingham Bull Ring (110059
CityBirmingham
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.
B95 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/BIC code HLFXGB21B95?

HLFXGB21B95 identifies Birmingham Bull Ring (110059, a unit of Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21B95?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21B95 points to Birmingham Bull Ring (110059. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21B95.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21B95 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21B95 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Has Halifax PLC got 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 do the letters in HLFXGB21B95 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and B95 is the code of the branch Birmingham Bull Ring (110059.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers 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.