SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K82

HLFXGB21K82 belongs to Halifax PLC in Herne Bay, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K82

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K82
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK82
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHerne Bay (Hps
CityHerne Bay
CountryUnited 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.
K82 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 HLFXGB21K82?

The code HLFXGB21K82 belongs to Herne Bay (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Herne Bay, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21K82 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and K82 identifies the department Herne Bay (Hps.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K82?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K82 points to Herne Bay (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21K82.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments 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.