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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F73

HLFXGB21F73 belongs to Halifax PLC in Cwmbran, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21F73

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21F73
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeF73
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCwmbran (Hps
CityCwmbran
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.
F73 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 HLFXGB21F73?

The code HLFXGB21F73 belongs to Cwmbran (Hps, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Cwmbran, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21F73 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21F73.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F73?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F73 is Cwmbran (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21F73.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21F73 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and F73 identifies the department Cwmbran (Hps.

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