SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C66

HLFXGB21C66 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bradford, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21C66

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21C66
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeC66
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBradford Bank Street - 111006
CityBradford
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
C66 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 branch is behind BIC HLFXGB21C66?

The code HLFXGB21C66 belongs to Bradford Bank Street - 111006, part of Halifax PLC in Bradford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21C66?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21C66 points to Bradford Bank Street - 111006. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21C66 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21C66 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21C66 with the recipient before sending.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of HLFXGB21C66 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and C66 identifies the department Bradford Bank Street - 111006.

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