SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K48
HLFXGB21K48 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21K48 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | K48 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Head Office Suspense A/C 10 |
| City | Halifax |
| 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.
- K48 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21K48?
The code HLFXGB21K48 belongs to Head Office Suspense A/C 10, a unit of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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 several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21K48 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 K48 is the code of the branch Head Office Suspense A/C 10.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21K48 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21K48 with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21K48 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21K48.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.