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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H95

HLFXGB21H95 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21H95

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21H95
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeH95
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEss Sw and West
CityHalifax
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
H95 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 HLFXGB21H95?

HLFXGB21H95 identifies Ess Sw and West, a unit of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H95?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H95 points to Ess Sw and West. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21H95.

Has Halifax PLC got 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?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21H95 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21H95.

What does each part of HLFXGB21H95 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 H95 identifies the department Ess Sw and West.

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