SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E77
HLFXGB21E77 belongs to Halifax PLC in Clacton-On-Sea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E77 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E77 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Clacton On Sea |
| City | Clacton-On-Sea |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- E77 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 branch is behind BIC HLFXGB21E77?
HLFXGB21E77 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Clacton On Sea, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Clacton-On-Sea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21E77 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21E77 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21E77 stand for?
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 E77 identifies the branch Clacton On Sea.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E77?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E77 is Clacton On Sea. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21E77 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21E77 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21E77.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.