SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J19
HLFXGB21J19 belongs to Halifax PLC in Chippenham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21J19 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | J19 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Glos and N Wilts Agy 1 (111550 |
| City | Chippenham |
| Country | United 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.
- J19 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 BIC HLFXGB21J19?
HLFXGB21J19 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Glos and N Wilts Agy 1 (111550, part of Halifax PLC in Chippenham, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21J19 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21J19 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21J19 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21J19.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. 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.