SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G99
HLFXGB21G99 belongs to Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G99 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G99 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Eastwood (Hps |
| City | Nottingham |
| 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.
- G99 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21G99?
HLFXGB21G99 identifies Eastwood (Hps, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21G99 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21G99.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC 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.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G99?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G99 is Eastwood (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21G99.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21G99 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21G99 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.