SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H87
HLFXGB21H87 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H87 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H87 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Ess London 2 |
| City | Halifax |
| 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.
- H87 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 code HLFXGB21H87?
HLFXGB21H87 identifies Ess London 2, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21H87 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21H87 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H87?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H87 is Ess London 2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21H87 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21H87 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 HLFXGB21H87.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. 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.