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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K22

HLFXGB21K22 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K22

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K22
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK22
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHarrow Hxd
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
K22 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 HLFXGB21K22?

HLFXGB21K22 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Harrow Hxd, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21K22 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 K22 identifies the branch Harrow Hxd.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21K22 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21K22.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K22?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K22 is Harrow Hxd. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21K22.

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