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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K27

HLFXGB21K27 belongs to Halifax PLC in Godalming, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K27

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K27
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK27
BankHalifax PLC
BranchGodalming (111518
CityGodalming
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
K27 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 code HLFXGB21K27?

HLFXGB21K27 identifies Godalming (111518, part of Halifax PLC in Godalming, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21K27 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K27 identifies the department Godalming (111518.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21K27 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21K27 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K27?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K27 is Godalming (111518. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21K27 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21K27 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21K27.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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