SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E17
HLFXGB21E17 belongs to Halifax PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E17 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E17 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Central Midlands Agy's 2 |
| City | Coventry |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- E17 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 HLFXGB21E17?
The code HLFXGB21E17 belongs to Central Midlands Agy's 2, part of Halifax PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21E17 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21E17.
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.
What does each part of HLFXGB21E17 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and E17 is the code of the branch Central Midlands Agy's 2.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21E17 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21E17 with the recipient before you confirm.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.