SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I67
HLFXGB21I67 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21I67 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | I67 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | General Insurance |
| City | Halifax |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- I67 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21I67?
HLFXGB21I67 is the SWIFT/BIC code of General Insurance, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21I67 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21I67.
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 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21I67 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and I67 identifies the branch General Insurance.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21I67?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I67 is General Insurance. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21I67 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.