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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C79

HLFXGB21C79 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21C79

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21C79
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeC79
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBrent Cross
CityLondon
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.
C79 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21C79?

HLFXGB21C79 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Brent Cross, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21C79 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21C79.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21C79 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21C79 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Does Halifax PLC have 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?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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