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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F12

HLFXGB21F12 belongs to Halifax PLC in Portsmouth, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21F12

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21F12
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeF12
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCosham
CityPortsmouth
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
F12 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 HLFXGB21F12?

HLFXGB21F12 identifies Cosham, a unit of Halifax PLC in Portsmouth, 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 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21F12 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21F12.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F12?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F12 is Cosham. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21F12.

What does each part of HLFXGB21F12 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and F12 is the code of the branch Cosham.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.