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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H94

HLFXGB21H94 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21H94

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21H94
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeH94
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEss Spec Prod
CityHalifax
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
H94 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 HLFXGB21H94?

The code HLFXGB21H94 belongs to Ess Spec Prod, a unit of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21H94 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and H94 identifies the department Ess Spec Prod.

Do I need HLFXGB21H94 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21H94.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H94?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H94 points to Ess Spec Prod. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21H94 if the recipient asks for it.

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