SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E98
HLFXGB21E98 belongs to Halifax PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E98 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E98 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Colchester Head St - 110202 |
| 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.
- E98 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
What bank uses BIC HLFXGB21E98?
The code HLFXGB21E98 belongs to Colchester Head St - 110202, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21E98 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21E98.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21E98 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and E98 is the code of the branch Colchester Head St - 110202.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.