SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G87
HLFXGB21G87 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hull, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G87 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G87 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | East Yorkshire Agencies (111618 |
| City | Hull |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- G87 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 HLFXGB21G87?
The code HLFXGB21G87 belongs to East Yorkshire Agencies (111618, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Hull, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21G87 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21G87.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21G87 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G87 identifies the branch East Yorkshire Agencies (111618.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21G87 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21G87 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.