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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K34

HLFXGB21K34 belongs to Halifax PLC in Havant, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K34

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K34
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK34
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHavant
CityHavant
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.
K34 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 BIC HLFXGB21K34?

The code HLFXGB21K34 belongs to Havant, a unit of Halifax PLC in Havant, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K34?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K34 is Havant. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21K34 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21K34 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21K34 with the recipient before sending.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Do I need HLFXGB21K34 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21K34.

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