SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G07
HLFXGB21G07 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dereham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G07 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G07 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dereham |
| City | Dereham |
| 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.
- G07 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21G07?
HLFXGB21G07 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dereham, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Dereham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21G07 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21G07.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21G07 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21G07 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G07?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G07 is Dereham. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21G07.
What does each part of HLFXGB21G07 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G07 is the code of the branch Dereham.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.