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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F15

HLFXGB21F15 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21F15

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21F15
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeF15
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCountrywide (Mids and East
CityLeeds
CountryUnited 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.
F15 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F15?

HLFXGB21F15 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Countrywide (Mids and East, 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 HLFXGB21F15?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F15 points to Countrywide (Mids and East. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21F15 if the recipient asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need HLFXGB21F15 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21F15.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of HLFXGB21F15 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and F15 is the code of the branch Countrywide (Mids and East.

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