SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L93

HLFXGB21L93 belongs to Halifax PLC in Keighley, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21L93

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21L93
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeL93
BankHalifax PLC
BranchKeighley (110410
CityKeighley
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
L93 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L93?

HLFXGB21L93 identifies Keighley (110410, part of Halifax PLC in Keighley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21L93 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21L93 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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21L93?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21L93 points to Keighley (110410. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21L93 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.