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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K21

HLFXGB21K21 belongs to Halifax PLC in Romford, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K21

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K21
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK21
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHarrow Business Centre
CityRomford
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.
K21 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 HLFXGB21K21?

HLFXGB21K21 identifies Harrow Business Centre, part of Halifax PLC in Romford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21K21 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21K21.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21K21 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K21 is the code of the department Harrow Business Centre.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K21?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K21 is Harrow Business Centre. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21K21 if the recipient asks for it.

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