SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C05
HLFXGB21C05 belongs to Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21C05 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | C05 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Birmingham Bull Ring - 110043 |
| City | Birmingham |
| 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.
- C05 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 HLFXGB21C05?
HLFXGB21C05 identifies Birmingham Bull Ring - 110043, a unit of Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21C05 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21C05 with the recipient before sending.
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 do the letters in HLFXGB21C05 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and C05 is the code of the branch Birmingham Bull Ring - 110043.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21C05?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21C05 points to Birmingham Bull Ring - 110043. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21C05.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.