SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E54
HLFXGB21E54 belongs to Halifax PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E54 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E54 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Chester Weaver Street |
| City | Chester |
| Country | United 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.
- E54 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21E54?
The code HLFXGB21E54 belongs to Chester Weaver Street, part of Halifax PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21E54 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21E54 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E54?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E54 points to Chester Weaver Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21E54 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21E54 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and E54 identifies the department Chester Weaver Street.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.