SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F28
HLFXGB21F28 belongs to Halifax PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21F28 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | F28 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Coventry City (110212 |
| City | Coventry |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- F28 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21F28?
The code HLFXGB21F28 belongs to Coventry City (110212, part of Halifax PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21F28 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and F28 is the code of the branch Coventry City (110212.
Do I need HLFXGB21F28 to send euros 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 still need HLFXGB21F28.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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 happens if I enter HLFXGB21F28 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21F28 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.