SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D06
HLFXGB21D06 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21D06 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | D06 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Bristol Broadmead - 110105 |
| 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.
- D06 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 BIC HLFXGB21D06?
The code HLFXGB21D06 belongs to Bristol Broadmead - 110105, a unit of Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21D06 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21D06 with the recipient before sending.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21D06?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21D06 is Bristol Broadmead - 110105. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21D06.
Do I need HLFXGB21D06 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21D06.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.