SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C19
HLFXGB21C19 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21C19 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | C19 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Blaby Hps |
| City | Leicester |
| 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.
- C19 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21C19?
The code HLFXGB21C19 belongs to Blaby Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21C19 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21C19 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21C19 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and C19 is the code of the branch Blaby Hps.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21C19?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21C19 points to Blaby Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21C19.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.