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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E09

HLFXGB21E09 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21E09

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21E09
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeE09
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCentral and East Scot Agy
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
E09 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 BIC HLFXGB21E09?

HLFXGB21E09 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Central and East Scot Agy, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21E09 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21E09 with the recipient before sending.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

Do I need HLFXGB21E09 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21E09.

What does each part of HLFXGB21E09 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 E09 identifies the department Central and East Scot Agy.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E09?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E09 is Central and East Scot Agy. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21E09.

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