SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J87
HLFXGB21J87 belongs to Halifax PLC in York, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21J87 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | J87 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Halifax Life (Cashiering |
| City | York |
| 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.
- J87 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 BIC HLFXGB21J87?
HLFXGB21J87 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Halifax Life (Cashiering, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in York, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21J87 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21J87 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
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 does each part of HLFXGB21J87 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and J87 is the code of the department Halifax Life (Cashiering.
Do I need HLFXGB21J87 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21J87.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.