SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F91
HLFXGB21F91 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dartford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21F91 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | F91 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dartford High Street (110228 |
| City | Dartford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- F91 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 BIC HLFXGB21F91?
HLFXGB21F91 identifies Dartford High Street (110228, a unit of Halifax PLC in Dartford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21F91 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 F91 is the code of the branch Dartford High Street (110228.
Do I need HLFXGB21F91 for a euro transfer 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 still need HLFXGB21F91.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.