SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F49
HLFXGB21F49 belongs to Halifax PLC in Crowborough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21F49 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | F49 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Crowborough |
| City | Crowborough |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- F49 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21F49?
The code HLFXGB21F49 belongs to Crowborough, part of Halifax PLC in Crowborough, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HLFXGB21F49 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and F49 is the code of the department Crowborough.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F49?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F49 is Crowborough. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21F49 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21F49 for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21F49.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.