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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E05

HLFXGB21E05 belongs to Halifax PLC in Reading, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21E05

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21E05
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeE05
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCaversham (Hps
CityReading
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.
E05 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 code HLFXGB21E05?

HLFXGB21E05 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Caversham (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Reading, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21E05 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and E05 is the code of the department Caversham (Hps.

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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Has Halifax PLC got more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

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

Do I need HLFXGB21E05 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21E05.

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