SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E26
HLFXGB21E26 belongs to Halifax PLC in Salford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E26 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E26 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Cheetham Hill |
| City | Salford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- E26 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 HLFXGB21E26?
The code HLFXGB21E26 belongs to Cheetham Hill, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Salford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
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 transfer services before you send.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E26?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E26 is Cheetham Hill. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21E26.
Do I need HLFXGB21E26 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21E26.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.