SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I17
HLFXGB21I17 belongs to Halifax PLC in Cupar, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21I17 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | I17 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Falkland |
| City | Cupar |
| Country | United 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.
- I17 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21I17?
HLFXGB21I17 identifies Falkland, part of Halifax PLC in Cupar, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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.
What does each part of HLFXGB21I17 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and I17 is the code of the department Falkland.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21I17 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21I17 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21I17 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21I17.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.