SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F04
HLFXGB21F04 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21F04 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | F04 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Coleford (Hps |
| City | Leeds |
| 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.
- F04 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F04?
HLFXGB21F04 identifies Coleford (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F04?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F04 points to Coleford (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21F04 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21F04 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21F04.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
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 happens if I enter HLFXGB21F04 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21F04 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.