SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E96
HLFXGB21E96 belongs to Halifax PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E96 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E96 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Colchester Head St - 110200 |
| City | Colchester |
| Country | United 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.
- E96 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21E96?
The code HLFXGB21E96 belongs to Colchester Head St - 110200, a unit of Halifax PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E96?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E96 points to Colchester Head St - 110200. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21E96.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21E96 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21E96 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Has Halifax PLC got other 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 do the letters in HLFXGB21E96 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and E96 identifies the department Colchester Head St - 110200.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.