SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I20

HLFXGB21I20 belongs to Halifax PLC in Fareham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21I20

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21I20
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeI20
BankHalifax PLC
BranchFareham (Hps
CityFareham
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.
I20 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 bank uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21I20?

HLFXGB21I20 identifies Fareham (Hps, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Fareham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

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

Do I need HLFXGB21I20 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21I20.

What does each part of HLFXGB21I20 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and I20 identifies the branch Fareham (Hps.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21I20 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21I20 with the recipient before sending.

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