SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I26

HLFXGB21I26 belongs to Halifax PLC in Farnham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21I26

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21I26
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeI26
BankHalifax PLC
BranchFarnham (Hea
CityFarnham
CountryUnited 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.
I26 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 HLFXGB21I26?

The code HLFXGB21I26 belongs to Farnham (Hea, a unit of Halifax PLC in Farnham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 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 a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21I26 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of 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 HLFXGB21I26.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21I26 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21I26 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.