SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D01
HLFXGB21D01 belongs to Halifax PLC in Brighton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21D01 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | D01 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Brighton Western Rd - 116320 |
| City | Brighton |
| 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.
- D01 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D01?
The code HLFXGB21D01 belongs to Brighton Western Rd - 116320, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Brighton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21D01 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and D01 is the code of the branch Brighton Western Rd - 116320.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21D01 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21D01 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21D01 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21D01.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.