SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J88

HLFXGB21J88 belongs to Halifax PLC in York, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21J88

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21J88
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeJ88
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHalifax Life Limited
CityYork
CountryUnited 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.
J88 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21J88?

The code HLFXGB21J88 belongs to Halifax Life Limited, a unit of Halifax PLC in York, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21J88 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and J88 identifies the branch Halifax Life Limited.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often 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.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21J88 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21J88 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J88?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J88 is Halifax Life Limited. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21J88.

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.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.