SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F01
HLFXGB21F01 belongs to Halifax PLC in Chelmsford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21F01 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | F01 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Colchester Hxd |
| City | Chelmsford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- F01 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 HLFXGB21F01?
HLFXGB21F01 identifies Colchester Hxd, a unit of Halifax PLC in Chelmsford, 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?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21F01 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21F01.
What does each part of HLFXGB21F01 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and F01 is the code of the branch Colchester Hxd.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F01?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F01 points to Colchester Hxd. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21F01.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21F01 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21F01 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.