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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K88

HLFXGB21K88 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bury, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K88

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K88
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK88
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHfs Call Centre
CityBury
CountryUnited 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.
K88 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K88?

The code HLFXGB21K88 belongs to Hfs Call Centre, a unit of Halifax PLC in Bury, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K88?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K88 is Hfs Call Centre. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21K88.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21K88 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21K88.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21K88 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21K88 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Does Halifax PLC have more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.