SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D54
HLFXGB21D54 belongs to Halifax PLC in Buxton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21D54 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | D54 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Buxton |
| City | Buxton |
| 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.
- D54 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21D54?
The code HLFXGB21D54 belongs to Buxton, a unit of Halifax PLC in Buxton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21D54 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21D54.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21D54 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and D54 is the code of the branch Buxton.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21D54?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21D54 is Buxton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21D54 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21D54 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21D54 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.