SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K75
HLFXGB21K75 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21K75 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | K75 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Hemel Hempstead Bus Ctr |
| City | Hemel Hempstead |
| 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.
- K75 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K75?
The code HLFXGB21K75 belongs to Hemel Hempstead Bus Ctr, a unit of Halifax PLC in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21K75 stand for?
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 K75 is the code of the branch Hemel Hempstead Bus Ctr.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21K75 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21K75 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21K75 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21K75.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.