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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J73

HLFXGB21J73 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21J73

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21J73
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeJ73
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHackney
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
J73 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21J73?

HLFXGB21J73 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hackney, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21J73 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 HLFXGB21J73.

Does Halifax PLC have more 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21J73 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and J73 identifies the department Hackney.

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. Compare 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.