SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21CHC
HLFXGB21CHC belongs to Halifax PLC in Christchurch, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21CHC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | CHC |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Christchurch (110960 |
| City | Christchurch |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- CHC 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21CHC?
The code HLFXGB21CHC belongs to Christchurch (110960, part of Halifax PLC in Christchurch, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21CHC stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and CHC is the code of the branch Christchurch (110960.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21CHC for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21CHC.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21CHC incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21CHC against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.