SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G24
HLFXGB21G24 belongs to Halifax PLC in Doncaster, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G24 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G24 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Doncaster St Sepulchre Gate |
| City | Doncaster |
| 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.
- G24 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 BIC HLFXGB21G24?
The code HLFXGB21G24 belongs to Doncaster St Sepulchre Gate, a unit of Halifax PLC in Doncaster, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G24?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G24 is Doncaster St Sepulchre Gate. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21G24 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21G24 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21G24.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21G24 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G24 identifies the branch Doncaster St Sepulchre Gate.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.