SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I09
HLFXGB21I09 belongs to Halifax PLC in Plymouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21I09 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | I09 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Exeter Hxd |
| City | Plymouth |
| 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.
- I09 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 HLFXGB21I09?
HLFXGB21I09 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Exeter Hxd, a unit of Halifax PLC in Plymouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HLFXGB21I09 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21I09.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21I09 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21I09 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21I09?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I09 points to Exeter Hxd. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21I09.
Has Halifax PLC got more 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.