SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F99
HLFXGB21F99 belongs to Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21F99 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | F99 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Denton |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- F99 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F99?
HLFXGB21F99 identifies Denton, a unit of Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HLFXGB21F99 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and F99 is the code of the department Denton.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F99?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F99 is Denton. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21F99.
Has Halifax PLC got other 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.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21F99 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21F99 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive 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.