SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K36
HLFXGB21K36 belongs to Halifax PLC in Havant, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21K36 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | K36 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Havant 1 West St |
| City | Havant |
| Country | United 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.
- K36 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 branch is behind BIC HLFXGB21K36?
HLFXGB21K36 identifies Havant 1 West St, a unit of Halifax PLC in Havant, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21K36 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and K36 is the code of the department Havant 1 West St.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21K36 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21K36 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K36?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K36 is Havant 1 West St. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21K36.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.