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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K89

HLFXGB21K89 belongs to Halifax PLC in High Wycombe, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K89

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K89
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK89
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHigh Wycombe (110375
CityHigh Wycombe
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
K89 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 HLFXGB21K89?

HLFXGB21K89 identifies High Wycombe (110375, part of Halifax PLC in High Wycombe, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21K89 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21K89 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21K89 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and K89 identifies the branch High Wycombe (110375.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K89?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K89 points to High Wycombe (110375. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21K89 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21K89 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21K89.

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