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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G05

HLFXGB21G05 belongs to Halifax PLC in Derby, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21G05

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21G05
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeG05
BankHalifax PLC
BranchDerby East Street
CityDerby
CountryUnited 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.
G05 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21G05?

HLFXGB21G05 identifies Derby East Street, part of Halifax PLC in Derby, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G05?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G05 points to Derby East Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21G05 if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21G05 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and G05 is the code of the department Derby East Street.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21G05 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21G05.

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