SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L77

HLFXGB21L77 belongs to Halifax PLC in Ipswich, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21L77

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21L77
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeL77
BankHalifax PLC
BranchIpswich (R
CityIpswich
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.
L77 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 HLFXGB21L77?

The code HLFXGB21L77 belongs to Ipswich (R, part of Halifax PLC in Ipswich, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21L77 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21L77 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

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

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 – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21L77 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and L77 identifies the department Ipswich (R.

Does Halifax PLC have 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.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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