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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E37

HLFXGB21E37 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wilmslow, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21E37

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21E37
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeE37
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCheshire Agencies (111559
CityWilmslow
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
E37 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E37?

HLFXGB21E37 identifies Cheshire Agencies (111559, part of Halifax PLC in Wilmslow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21E37 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21E37 with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E37?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E37 is Cheshire Agencies (111559. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21E37.

Do I need HLFXGB21E37 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21E37.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.