SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E99
HLFXGB21E99 belongs to Halifax PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E99 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E99 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Colchester Head Street |
| City | Colchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- E99 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/BIC code HLFXGB21E99?
The code HLFXGB21E99 belongs to Colchester Head Street, a unit of Halifax PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have more 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 best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E99?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E99 is Colchester Head Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21E99.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21E99 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21E99 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need HLFXGB21E99 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21E99.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.