SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J99

HLFXGB21J99 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hamilton, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21J99

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21J99
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeJ99
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHamilton Regent Way
CityHamilton
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
J99 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 branch uses BIC HLFXGB21J99?

The code HLFXGB21J99 belongs to Hamilton Regent Way, part of Halifax PLC in Hamilton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21J99 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 J99 identifies the department Hamilton Regent Way.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21J99 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21J99 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks 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.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21J99 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21J99.

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