SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J82
HLFXGB21J82 belongs to Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21J82 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | J82 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Halifax Direct Admin Unit |
| City | Sheffield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- J82 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21J82?
The code HLFXGB21J82 belongs to Halifax Direct Admin Unit, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21J82 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21J82 with the recipient before sending.
Has Halifax PLC got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
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 HLFXGB21J82 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. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21J82.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J82?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J82 is Halifax Direct Admin Unit. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21J82 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.