SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K11
HLFXGB21K11 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21K11 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | K11 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Harlow Service Centre |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United 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.
- K11 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 HLFXGB21K11?
HLFXGB21K11 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Harlow Service Centre, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21K11 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21K11 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21K11 for a euro transfer 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 do need HLFXGB21K11.
What does each part of HLFXGB21K11 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K11 is the code of the branch Harlow Service Centre.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.