SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E85
HLFXGB21E85 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E85 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E85 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Clifton (Avon |
| City | Bristol |
| 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.
- E85 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 HLFXGB21E85?
The code HLFXGB21E85 belongs to Clifton (Avon, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E85?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E85 is Clifton (Avon. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21E85 if the recipient asks for it.
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.
What does each part of HLFXGB21E85 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 E85 identifies the branch Clifton (Avon.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21E85 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21E85 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.