SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C72
HLFXGB21C72 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21C72 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | C72 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Bradley Stoke (Hps |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United 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.
- C72 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C72?
The code HLFXGB21C72 belongs to Bradley Stoke (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21C72?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21C72 points to Bradley Stoke (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21C72 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21C72 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21C72 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21C72 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and C72 is the code of the department Bradley Stoke (Hps.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.