SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K85
HLFXGB21K85 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hessle, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21K85 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | K85 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Hessle (Hps |
| City | Hessle |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- K85 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 HLFXGB21K85?
HLFXGB21K85 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hessle (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Hessle, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HLFXGB21K85 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 do need HLFXGB21K85.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21K85 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21K85 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.