SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K35
HLFXGB21K35 belongs to Halifax PLC in Havant, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21K35 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | K35 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Havant (Hps |
| City | Havant |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- K35 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 HLFXGB21K35?
HLFXGB21K35 identifies Havant (Hps, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Havant, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21K35 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21K35 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21K35 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21K35.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21K35 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K35 is the code of the branch Havant (Hps.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K35?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K35 points to Havant (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21K35 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.