SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D07
HLFXGB21D07 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21D07 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | D07 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Bristol Clare Street (110104 |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United 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.
- D07 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 HLFXGB21D07?
The code HLFXGB21D07 belongs to Bristol Clare Street (110104, part of Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21D07 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21D07.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21D07 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21D07 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HLFXGB21D07 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and D07 is the code of the branch Bristol Clare Street (110104.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.