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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L02

HLFXGB21L02 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hornchurch, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21L02

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21L02
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeL02
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHornchurch
CityHornchurch
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
L02 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L02?

HLFXGB21L02 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hornchurch, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Hornchurch, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21L02?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21L02 points to Hornchurch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21L02.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21L02 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and L02 is the code of the department Hornchurch.

Does Halifax PLC have other 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

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

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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