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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F85

HLFXGB21F85 belongs to Halifax PLC in Darlington, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21F85

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21F85
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeF85
BankHalifax PLC
BranchDarlington (110227
CityDarlington
CountryUnited 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.
F85 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 HLFXGB21F85?

HLFXGB21F85 identifies Darlington (110227, a unit of Halifax PLC in Darlington, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21F85 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and F85 identifies the branch Darlington (110227.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21F85 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21F85 with the recipient before sending.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F85?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F85 points to Darlington (110227. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21F85 if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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.