SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G65
HLFXGB21G65 belongs to Halifax PLC in Durham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G65 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G65 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Durham Branch (110253 |
| City | Durham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- G65 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21G65?
HLFXGB21G65 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Durham Branch (110253, part of Halifax PLC in Durham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G65?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G65 points to Durham Branch (110253. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21G65 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21G65 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 do need HLFXGB21G65.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21G65 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G65 is the code of the department Durham Branch (110253.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.