SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J66
HLFXGB21J66 belongs to Halifax PLC in Guildford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21J66 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | J66 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Guildford 172 High Street |
| City | Guildford |
| 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.
- J66 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 branch uses BIC HLFXGB21J66?
HLFXGB21J66 identifies Guildford 172 High Street, a unit of Halifax PLC in Guildford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of HLFXGB21J66 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and J66 is the code of the department Guildford 172 High Street.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21J66 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21J66 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J66?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J66 is Guildford 172 High Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21J66.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.