SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K83
HLFXGB21K83 belongs to Halifax PLC in Harlow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21K83 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | K83 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Harlow Harvey Centre- 110373 |
| City | Harlow |
| 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.
- K83 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21K83?
HLFXGB21K83 identifies Harlow Harvey Centre- 110373, part of Halifax PLC in Harlow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HLFXGB21K83 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K83 identifies the branch Harlow Harvey Centre- 110373.
Do I need HLFXGB21K83 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21K83.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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 happens if I use HLFXGB21K83 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21K83 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.