SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J20
HLFXGB21J20 belongs to Halifax PLC in Gloucester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21J20 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | J20 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Gloucester and North Wiltshire Agency 2 (111551 |
| City | Gloucester |
| 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.
- J20 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J20?
HLFXGB21J20 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gloucester and North Wiltshire Agency 2 (111551, a unit of Halifax PLC in Gloucester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21J20 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21J20 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What does each part of HLFXGB21J20 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and J20 identifies the branch Gloucester and North Wiltshire Agency 2 (111551.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21J20 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21J20.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.