SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D09
HLFXGB21D09 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21D09 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | D09 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Bristol Kings House (Hps |
| City | Bristol |
| 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.
- D09 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21D09?
HLFXGB21D09 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bristol Kings House (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21D09?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21D09 points to Bristol Kings House (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21D09.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HLFXGB21D09 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and D09 is the code of the branch Bristol Kings House (Hps.
Has Halifax PLC got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21D09 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21D09 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.