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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K33

HLFXGB21K33 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hatfield, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K33

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K33
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK33
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHatfield - 110381
CityHatfield
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.
K33 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21K33?

The code HLFXGB21K33 belongs to Hatfield - 110381, a unit of Halifax PLC in Hatfield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21K33 mean?

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 K33 identifies the department Hatfield - 110381.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21K33 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21K33 with the recipient before sending.

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

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

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K33?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K33 is Hatfield - 110381. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21K33 if the recipient asks for it.

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.

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