SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D70
HLFXGB21D70 belongs to Halifax PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21D70 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | D70 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Cambridge Petty Cury (110133 |
| City | Cambridge |
| 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.
- D70 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21D70?
HLFXGB21D70 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cambridge Petty Cury (110133, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Cambridge, 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?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21D70 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21D70.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21D70 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and D70 identifies the branch Cambridge Petty Cury (110133.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21D70 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21D70 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.