SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J47
HLFXGB21J47 belongs to Halifax PLC in Grays, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21J47 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | J47 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Grays |
| City | Grays |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- J47 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21J47?
HLFXGB21J47 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Grays, part of Halifax PLC in Grays, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have more 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.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21J47 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and J47 identifies the branch Grays.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21J47 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21J47 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J47?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J47 is Grays. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21J47 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Check the amount that arrives 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.