SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21D99
HLFXGB21D99 belongs to Halifax PLC in Castleford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21D99 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | D99 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Castleford |
| City | Castleford |
| 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.
- D99 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21D99?
HLFXGB21D99 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Castleford, a unit of Halifax PLC in Castleford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21D99 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and D99 is the code of the department Castleford.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21D99 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21D99 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need HLFXGB21D99 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21D99.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.