SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G66
HLFXGB21G66 belongs to Halifax PLC in Durham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G66 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G66 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Durham Branch - 110254 |
| City | Durham |
| 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.
- G66 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G66?
HLFXGB21G66 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Durham Branch - 110254, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Durham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have 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.
Do I need HLFXGB21G66 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21G66.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G66?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G66 is Durham Branch - 110254. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21G66 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.