SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C33
HLFXGB21C33 belongs to Halifax PLC in Blyth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21C33 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | C33 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Blyth - 110071 |
| City | Blyth |
| Country | United 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.
- C33 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 BIC HLFXGB21C33?
HLFXGB21C33 identifies Blyth - 110071, a unit of Halifax PLC in Blyth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Halifax PLC have more 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.
Do I need HLFXGB21C33 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21C33.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HLFXGB21C33 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and C33 is the code of the department Blyth - 110071.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21C33?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21C33 is Blyth - 110071. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21C33.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.