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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G97

HLFXGB21G97 belongs to Halifax PLC in Eastleigh, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21G97

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21G97
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeG97
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEastleigh - 110261
CityEastleigh
CountryUnited 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.
G97 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 HLFXGB21G97?

HLFXGB21G97 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Eastleigh - 110261, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Eastleigh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G97?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G97 is Eastleigh - 110261. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21G97 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21G97 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21G97 with the recipient before sending.

What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Do I need HLFXGB21G97 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21G97.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.