SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C69

HLFXGB21C69 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bradford-On-Avon, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21C69

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21C69
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeC69
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBradford On Avon (Hps
CityBradford-On-Avon
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.
C69 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 HLFXGB21C69?

HLFXGB21C69 identifies Bradford On Avon (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Bradford-On-Avon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of HLFXGB21C69 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and C69 identifies the department Bradford On Avon (Hps.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21C69?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21C69 is Bradford On Avon (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21C69 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21C69 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21C69.

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