SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L14
HLFXGB21L14 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21L14 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | L14 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Commercial Lending (110387 |
| City | Halifax |
| Country | United 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.
- L14 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
What bank uses BIC HLFXGB21L14?
HLFXGB21L14 identifies Commercial Lending (110387, part of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21L14 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21L14 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21L14?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21L14 is Commercial Lending (110387. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21L14.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21L14 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and L14 is the code of the branch Commercial Lending (110387.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.