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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C94

HLFXGB21C94 belongs to Halifax PLC in Brighton, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21C94

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21C94
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeC94
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBrighton
CityBrighton
CountryUnited 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.
C94 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21C94?

HLFXGB21C94 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Brighton, part of Halifax PLC in Brighton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21C94?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21C94 is Brighton. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21C94.

Has Halifax PLC got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

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

Do I need HLFXGB21C94 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to 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 HLFXGB21C94.

What does each part of HLFXGB21C94 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and C94 identifies the branch Brighton.

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