SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D17
HLFXGB21D17 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21D17 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | D17 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Brixton Electric Avenue |
| City | London |
| 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.
- D17 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 BIC HLFXGB21D17?
HLFXGB21D17 identifies Brixton Electric Avenue, part of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21D17?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21D17 is Brixton Electric Avenue. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21D17 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21D17 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21D17.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.