SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L18
HLFXGB21L18 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hove, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21L18 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | L18 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Hove Church Road |
| City | Hove |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- L18 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 HLFXGB21L18?
HLFXGB21L18 identifies Hove Church Road, a unit of Halifax PLC in Hove, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21L18 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and L18 identifies the department Hove Church Road.
Do I need HLFXGB21L18 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21L18.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21L18 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21L18 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.