SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G73
HLFXGB21G73 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G73 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G73 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | East Ham |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- G73 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
What bank uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21G73?
HLFXGB21G73 identifies East Ham, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21G73 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21G73 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21G73 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and G73 is the code of the branch East Ham.
Do I need HLFXGB21G73 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21G73.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.