SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G19
HLFXGB21G19 belongs to Halifax PLC in Doncaster, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G19 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G19 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Doncaster St Sepulchre (110241 |
| City | Doncaster |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- G19 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 HLFXGB21G19?
HLFXGB21G19 identifies Doncaster St Sepulchre (110241, part of Halifax PLC in Doncaster, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21G19 stand for?
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 G19 is the code of the department Doncaster St Sepulchre (110241.
Do I need HLFXGB21G19 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21G19.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Halifax PLC have 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.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21G19 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21G19 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.