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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J89

HLFXGB21J89 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21J89

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21J89
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeJ89
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHalifax Loans
CityHalifax
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.
J89 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 HLFXGB21J89?

The code HLFXGB21J89 belongs to Halifax Loans, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J89?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J89 is Halifax Loans. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21J89.

Do I need HLFXGB21J89 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21J89.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21J89 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 J89 is the code of the department Halifax Loans.

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