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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I51

HLFXGB21I51 belongs to Halifax PLC in Frome, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21I51

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21I51
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeI51
BankHalifax PLC
BranchFrome (110312
CityFrome
CountryUnited 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.
I51 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21I51?

The code HLFXGB21I51 belongs to Frome (110312, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Frome, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21I51 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and I51 is the code of the branch Frome (110312.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21I51 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21I51 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21I51?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I51 is Frome (110312. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21I51 if the recipient asks for it.

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 2–4 business days.

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