SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C06
HLFXGB21C06 belongs to Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21C06 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | C06 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Birmingham Bull Ring - 110078 |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United 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.
- C06 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 bank uses BIC HLFXGB21C06?
HLFXGB21C06 identifies Birmingham Bull Ring - 110078, part of Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What does each part of HLFXGB21C06 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and C06 is the code of the branch Birmingham Bull Ring - 110078.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
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.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21C06 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21C06 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need HLFXGB21C06 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21C06.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.