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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F46

HLFXGB21F46 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21F46

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21F46
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeF46
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCrossgates (Hea
CityLeeds
CountryUnited 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.
F46 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 code HLFXGB21F46?

HLFXGB21F46 identifies Crossgates (Hea, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21F46 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21F46 with the recipient before sending.

Do I need HLFXGB21F46 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21F46.

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

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

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F46?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F46 is Crossgates (Hea. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21F46.

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