SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K50
HLFXGB21K50 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21K50 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | K50 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Head Office Suspense A/C 12 |
| City | Halifax |
| 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.
- K50 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/BIC code HLFXGB21K50?
HLFXGB21K50 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Head Office Suspense A/C 12, a unit of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21K50 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21K50 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of HLFXGB21K50 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and K50 is the code of the department Head Office Suspense A/C 12.
Do I need HLFXGB21K50 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21K50.
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. Transfers 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.