SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J23
HLFXGB21J23 belongs to Halifax PLC in Gloucester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21J23 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | J23 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Gloucester Westgate St |
| City | Gloucester |
| Country | United 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.
- J23 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21J23?
HLFXGB21J23 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gloucester Westgate St, part of Halifax PLC in Gloucester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21J23 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21J23 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21J23 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and J23 is the code of the branch Gloucester Westgate St.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J23?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J23 points to Gloucester Westgate St. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21J23 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need HLFXGB21J23 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 HLFXGB21J23.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.