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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J33

HLFXGB21J33 belongs to Halifax PLC in Gosport, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21J33

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21J33
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeJ33
BankHalifax PLC
BranchGosport (110330
CityGosport
CountryUnited 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.
J33 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 BIC HLFXGB21J33?

HLFXGB21J33 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gosport (110330, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Gosport, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J33?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J33 points to Gosport (110330. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21J33 if the recipient asks for it.

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

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

Do I need HLFXGB21J33 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21J33.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

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.

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