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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K24

HLFXGB21K24 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hartlepool, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K24

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K24
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK24
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHartlepool (Hps
CityHartlepool
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.
K24 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K24?

HLFXGB21K24 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hartlepool (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Hartlepool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21K24 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21K24.

What does each part of HLFXGB21K24 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K24 identifies the department Hartlepool (Hps.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K24?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K24 is Hartlepool (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21K24 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.