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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F16

HLFXGB21F16 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21F16

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21F16
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeF16
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCountrywide (North West
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.
F16 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 HLFXGB21F16?

The code HLFXGB21F16 belongs to Countrywide (North West, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F16?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F16 points to Countrywide (North West. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21F16 if the recipient asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What does each part of HLFXGB21F16 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and F16 identifies the department Countrywide (North West.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21F16 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21F16 with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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