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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D71

HLFXGB21D71 belongs to Halifax PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21D71

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21D71
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeD71
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCambridge St Andrews St
CityCambridge
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
D71 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21D71?

HLFXGB21D71 identifies Cambridge St Andrews St, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21D71?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21D71 is Cambridge St Andrews St. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21D71.

What does each part of HLFXGB21D71 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and D71 identifies the department Cambridge St Andrews St.

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.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21D71 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21D71 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.