SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E14
HLFXGB21E14 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E14 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E14 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Central London Agencies 2 |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- E14 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 branch uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21E14?
HLFXGB21E14 identifies Central London Agencies 2, part of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21E14 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21E14 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21E14 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and E14 identifies the branch Central London Agencies 2.
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 specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21E14 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21E14.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.