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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D79

HLFXGB21D79 belongs to Halifax PLC in Canvey Island, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21D79

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21D79
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeD79
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCanvey Island
CityCanvey Island
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.
D79 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 HLFXGB21D79?

The code HLFXGB21D79 belongs to Canvey Island, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Canvey Island, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21D79 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21D79 with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21D79 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 D79 is the code of the branch Canvey Island.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need HLFXGB21D79 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of 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 HLFXGB21D79.

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