SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E29

HLFXGB21E29 belongs to Halifax PLC in Chelmsford, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21E29

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21E29
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeE29
BankHalifax PLC
BranchChelmsford Exchange Way
CityChelmsford
CountryUnited 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.
E29 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E29?

HLFXGB21E29 identifies Chelmsford Exchange Way, a unit of Halifax PLC in Chelmsford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21E29 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21E29 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E29?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E29 is Chelmsford Exchange Way. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21E29.

What does each part of HLFXGB21E29 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and E29 is the code of the department Chelmsford Exchange Way.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next 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.