SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E01
HLFXGB21E01 belongs to Halifax PLC in Castleford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E01 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E01 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Castleford 66 Carlton St |
| City | Castleford |
| Country | United 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.
- E01 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/BIC code HLFXGB21E01?
HLFXGB21E01 identifies Castleford 66 Carlton St, part of Halifax PLC in Castleford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21E01 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21E01.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E01?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E01 is Castleford 66 Carlton St. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21E01.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.