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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H79

HLFXGB21H79 belongs to Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21H79

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21H79
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeH79
BankHalifax PLC
BranchErdington - 110293
CityBirmingham
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
H79 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

What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H79?

HLFXGB21H79 identifies Erdington - 110293, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have 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.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21H79 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21H79 with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21H79 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H79 identifies the branch Erdington - 110293.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H79?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H79 points to Erdington - 110293. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21H79.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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