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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E73

HLFXGB21E73 belongs to Halifax PLC in Slough, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21E73

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21E73
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeE73
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCippenham (Hea
CitySlough
CountryUnited 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.
E73 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 HLFXGB21E73?

The code HLFXGB21E73 belongs to Cippenham (Hea, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Slough, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21E73 to send euros 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 HLFXGB21E73.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E73?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E73 is Cippenham (Hea. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21E73.

What does each part of HLFXGB21E73 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and E73 identifies the department Cippenham (Hea.

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