SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I25
HLFXGB21I25 belongs to Halifax PLC in Farnborough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21I25 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | I25 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Farnborough Queensmead |
| City | Farnborough |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- I25 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21I25?
The code HLFXGB21I25 belongs to Farnborough Queensmead, a unit of Halifax PLC in Farnborough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21I25 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21I25.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
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.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21I25?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I25 points to Farnborough Queensmead. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21I25 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.