SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E03

HLFXGB21E03 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21E03

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21E03
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeE03
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCatford (Hps
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
E03 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E03?

The code HLFXGB21E03 belongs to Catford (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21E03 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and E03 is the code of the department Catford (Hps.

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 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21E03 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21E03.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21E03 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21E03 with the recipient before you confirm.

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