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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C11

HLFXGB21C11 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21C11

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21C11
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeC11
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBishops Stortford - 110063
CityBishop's Stortford
CountryUnited 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.
C11 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21C11?

HLFXGB21C11 identifies Bishops Stortford - 110063, a unit of Halifax PLC in Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Halifax PLC have 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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21C11?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21C11 points to Bishops Stortford - 110063. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21C11.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21C11 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and C11 identifies the department Bishops Stortford - 110063.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21C11 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21C11 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

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