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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E84

HLFXGB21E84 belongs to Halifax PLC in Thornton-Cleveleys, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21E84

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21E84
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeE84
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCleveleys (110196
CityThornton-Cleveleys
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.
E84 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E84?

The code HLFXGB21E84 belongs to Cleveleys (110196, part of Halifax PLC in Thornton-Cleveleys, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E84?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E84 points to Cleveleys (110196. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21E84 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21E84 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21E84.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take 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.

Does Halifax PLC have 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.

What does each part of HLFXGB21E84 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and E84 identifies the department Cleveleys (110196.

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