SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C54

HLFXGB21C54 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21C54

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21C54
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeC54
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBoscombe (110076
CityBournemouth
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.
C54 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21C54?

The code HLFXGB21C54 belongs to Boscombe (110076, part of Halifax PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21C54 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and C54 identifies the department Boscombe (110076.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21C54?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21C54 points to Boscombe (110076. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21C54 if the recipient asks for it.

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.

Do I need HLFXGB21C54 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. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21C54.

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