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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I61

HLFXGB21I61 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21I61

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21I61
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeI61
BankHalifax PLC
BranchGarforth (Hea
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
I61 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I61?

HLFXGB21I61 identifies Garforth (Hea, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21I61 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and I61 is the code of the branch Garforth (Hea.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need HLFXGB21I61 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21I61.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21I61 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21I61 with the recipient before sending.

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

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

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