SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K29
HLFXGB21K29 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hastings, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21K29 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | K29 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Hastings (Hps |
| City | Hastings |
| Country | United 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.
- K29 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 BIC HLFXGB21K29?
HLFXGB21K29 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hastings (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Hastings, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21K29 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21K29 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Do I need HLFXGB21K29 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21K29.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HLFXGB21K29 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K29 is the code of the department Hastings (Hps.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.