SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D77

HLFXGB21D77 belongs to Halifax PLC in Canterbury, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21D77

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21D77
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeD77
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCanterbury (Hea
CityCanterbury
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
D77 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21D77?

The code HLFXGB21D77 belongs to Canterbury (Hea, part of Halifax PLC in Canterbury, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21D77?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21D77 points to Canterbury (Hea. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21D77.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need HLFXGB21D77 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21D77.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

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