SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E50
HLFXGB21E50 belongs to Halifax PLC in Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E50 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E50 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Chester le Street (Hps |
| City | Chester-le-Street |
| 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.
- E50 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 HLFXGB21E50?
The code HLFXGB21E50 belongs to Chester le Street (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21E50 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21E50.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21E50 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21E50 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E50?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E50 is Chester le Street (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21E50.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.