SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L44
HLFXGB21L44 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21L44 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | L44 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Hx General Ins Mortgages |
| City | Halifax |
| 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.
- L44 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 HLFXGB21L44?
HLFXGB21L44 identifies Hx General Ins Mortgages, part of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21L44 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and L44 is the code of the department Hx General Ins Mortgages.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21L44 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21L44.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21L44 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21L44 with the recipient before sending.
Does Halifax PLC have more 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.