SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21BIB
HLFXGB21BIB belongs to Halifax PLC in Codsall, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21BIB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | BIB |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Birches Bridge |
| City | Codsall |
| Country | United 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.
- BIB 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21BIB?
HLFXGB21BIB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Birches Bridge, part of Halifax PLC in Codsall, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Halifax PLC got more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21BIB incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21BIB with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21BIB?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21BIB points to Birches Bridge. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21BIB if the recipient asks for it.
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.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.