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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C12

HLFXGB21C12 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21C12

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21C12
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeC12
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBishops Stortford Sth St
CityBishop's Stortford
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
C12 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 HLFXGB21C12?

The code HLFXGB21C12 belongs to Bishops Stortford Sth St, part of Halifax PLC in Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when 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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21C12 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21C12.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What does each part of HLFXGB21C12 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and C12 is the code of the department Bishops Stortford Sth St.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21C12?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21C12 points to Bishops Stortford Sth St. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21C12.

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