SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E68

HLFXGB21E68 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21E68

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21E68
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeE68
BankHalifax PLC
BranchChiswick 244 Ch'k High Rd
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
E68 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/BIC code HLFXGB21E68?

HLFXGB21E68 identifies Chiswick 244 Ch'k High Rd, part of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21E68 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21E68 with the recipient before you confirm.

Has Halifax PLC got other 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 HLFXGB21E68?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E68 is Chiswick 244 Ch'k High Rd. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21E68 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21E68 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21E68.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments 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.