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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K98

HLFXGB21K98 belongs to Halifax PLC in Holmfirth, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K98

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K98
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK98
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHolmfirth (Hps
CityHolmfirth
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
K98 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 HLFXGB21K98?

HLFXGB21K98 identifies Holmfirth (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Holmfirth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21K98 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K98 is the code of the department Holmfirth (Hps.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21K98?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21K98 points to Holmfirth (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21K98 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21K98 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21K98 with the recipient before you confirm.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need HLFXGB21K98 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21K98.

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