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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E52

HLFXGB21E52 belongs to Halifax PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21E52

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21E52
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeE52
BankHalifax PLC
BranchChester St Werbrugh - 110177
CityChester
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.
E52 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 HLFXGB21E52?

HLFXGB21E52 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chester St Werbrugh - 110177, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E52?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E52 is Chester St Werbrugh - 110177. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21E52 if the recipient asks for it.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21E52 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21E52.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21E52 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and E52 identifies the department Chester St Werbrugh - 110177.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

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