SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G01
HLFXGB21G01 belongs to Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G01 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G01 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Denton (Hea |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- G01 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
What bank uses BIC HLFXGB21G01?
HLFXGB21G01 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Denton (Hea, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best 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.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21G01 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21G01.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G01?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G01 points to Denton (Hea. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21G01 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.