SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H86
HLFXGB21H86 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H86 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H86 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Ess London 1 |
| City | Halifax |
| Country | United 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.
- H86 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21H86?
HLFXGB21H86 identifies Ess London 1, a unit of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21H86 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and H86 is the code of the department Ess London 1.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21H86 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21H86 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H86?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H86 is Ess London 1. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21H86 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.