SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E18
HLFXGB21E18 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E18 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E18 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Central Referral Unit |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United 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.
- E18 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 BIC HLFXGB21E18?
HLFXGB21E18 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Central Referral Unit, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21E18 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21E18.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E18?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E18 is Central Referral Unit. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21E18 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21E18 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and E18 identifies the department Central Referral Unit.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.