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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I55

HLFXGB21I55 belongs to Halifax PLC in Gainsborough, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21I55

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21I55
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeI55
BankHalifax PLC
BranchGainsborough
CityGainsborough
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.
I55 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 HLFXGB21I55?

The code HLFXGB21I55 belongs to Gainsborough, part of Halifax PLC in Gainsborough, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21I55?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I55 points to Gainsborough. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21I55.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21I55 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21I55 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21I55 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21I55.

Does Halifax PLC have more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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