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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C53

HLFXGB21C53 belongs to Halifax PLC in York, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21C53

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21C53
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeC53
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBoroughbridge (Hps
CityYork
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.
C53 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21C53?

HLFXGB21C53 identifies Boroughbridge (Hps, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in York, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21C53?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21C53 is Boroughbridge (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21C53 if the recipient asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have other 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 happens if I enter HLFXGB21C53 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21C53 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What does each part of HLFXGB21C53 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and C53 is the code of the branch Boroughbridge (Hps.

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