SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F13
HLFXGB21F13 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hull, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21F13 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | F13 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Hull City - 116598 |
| City | Hull |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- F13 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21F13?
HLFXGB21F13 identifies Hull City - 116598, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Hull, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21F13 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and F13 is the code of the branch Hull City - 116598.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F13?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F13 points to Hull City - 116598. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21F13 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HLFXGB21F13 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21F13.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.