SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H01
HLFXGB21H01 belongs to Halifax PLC in Ebbw Vale, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H01 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H01 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Ebbw Vale (Hps |
| City | Ebbw Vale |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- H01 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21H01?
The code HLFXGB21H01 belongs to Ebbw Vale (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Ebbw Vale, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21H01 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H01 is the code of the branch Ebbw Vale (Hps.
Has Halifax PLC got other 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.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21H01 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21H01 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H01?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H01 points to Ebbw Vale (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21H01.
Do I need HLFXGB21H01 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21H01.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.