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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21BIL

HLFXGB21BIL belongs to Halifax PLC in Bilston, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21BIL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21BIL
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeBIL
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBilston
CityBilston
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.
BIL 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 BIC HLFXGB21BIL?

The code HLFXGB21BIL belongs to Bilston, part of Halifax PLC in Bilston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21BIL for a euro transfer 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 still need HLFXGB21BIL.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21BIL with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21BIL against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21BIL?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21BIL is Bilston. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21BIL.

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