SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E40
HLFXGB21E40 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E40 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E40 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Cheshire Agencies 5 |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- E40 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21E40?
The code HLFXGB21E40 belongs to Cheshire Agencies 5, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E40?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E40 points to Cheshire Agencies 5. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21E40.
What does each part of HLFXGB21E40 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and E40 is the code of the branch Cheshire Agencies 5.
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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21E40 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21E40 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.