SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D51
HLFXGB21D51 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21D51 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | D51 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Bury St Edmunds 59 C'hill |
| City | Bury St. Edmunds |
| 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.
- D51 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21D51?
The code HLFXGB21D51 belongs to Bury St Edmunds 59 C'hill, a unit of Halifax PLC in Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HLFXGB21D51 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21D51.
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.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21D51 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21D51 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21D51?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21D51 is Bury St Edmunds 59 C'hill. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21D51 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.