SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K04
HLFXGB21K04 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21K04 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | K04 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Hammersmith 101 King St |
| City | London |
| 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.
- K04 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K04?
HLFXGB21K04 identifies Hammersmith 101 King St, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K04?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K04 points to Hammersmith 101 King St. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21K04.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does Halifax PLC have more 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 HLFXGB21K04 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 K04 identifies the department Hammersmith 101 King St.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21K04 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21K04 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.