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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F33

HLFXGB21F33 belongs to Halifax PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21F33

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21F33
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeF33
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCoventry Service Centre
CityCoventry
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.
F33 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 branch uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21F33?

HLFXGB21F33 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Coventry Service Centre, part of Halifax PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21F33 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21F33.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F33?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F33 is Coventry Service Centre. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21F33.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21F33 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and F33 is the code of the department Coventry Service Centre.

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