SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K97

HLFXGB21K97 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K97

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K97
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK97
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHolloway (110345
CityLondon
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.
K97 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21K97?

HLFXGB21K97 identifies Holloway (110345, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks 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.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21K97 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21K97 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Has Halifax PLC got 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.

What does each part of HLFXGB21K97 mean?

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 K97 is the code of the branch Holloway (110345.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K97?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K97 is Holloway (110345. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21K97.

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