SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J76
HLFXGB21J76 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hailsham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21J76 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | J76 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Hailsham |
| City | Hailsham |
| 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.
- J76 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 HLFXGB21J76?
The code HLFXGB21J76 belongs to Hailsham, a unit of Halifax PLC in Hailsham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HLFXGB21J76 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21J76.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Has Halifax PLC got other 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 happens if I enter HLFXGB21J76 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21J76 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.