SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F18
HLFXGB21F18 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21F18 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | F18 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Countrywide (S W and West |
| 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.
- F18 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 code HLFXGB21F18?
HLFXGB21F18 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Countrywide (S W and West, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21F18 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21F18.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21F18 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and F18 is the code of the department Countrywide (S W and West.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21F18 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21F18 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Halifax PLC have other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.