SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K73
HLFXGB21K73 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21K73 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | K73 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Helm |
| City | Halifax |
| Country | United 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.
- K73 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21K73?
HLFXGB21K73 identifies Helm, a unit of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks 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 happens if I use HLFXGB21K73 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21K73 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What does each part of HLFXGB21K73 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K73 identifies the department Helm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K73?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K73 is Helm. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21K73 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.