SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H64
HLFXGB21H64 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H64 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H64 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Halifax Commercial St - 110275 |
| City | Halifax |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- H64 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H64?
HLFXGB21H64 identifies Halifax Commercial St - 110275, a unit of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21H64 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21H64.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H64?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H64 points to Halifax Commercial St - 110275. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21H64.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21H64 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21H64 with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.