SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D10
HLFXGB21D10 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21D10 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | D10 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Bristol Merchant Street |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- D10 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 HLFXGB21D10?
The code HLFXGB21D10 belongs to Bristol Merchant Street, part of Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21D10 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and D10 identifies the department Bristol Merchant Street.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent 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 happens if I enter HLFXGB21D10 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21D10 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Halifax PLC have 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.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.