SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21LT5

HLFXGB21LT5 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21LT5

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21LT5
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeLT5
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHalifax Live Trials Bristol Ag16
CityBristol
CountryUnited 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.
LT5 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 HLFXGB21LT5?

HLFXGB21LT5 identifies Halifax Live Trials Bristol Ag16, part of Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have other 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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21LT5 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21LT5.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21LT5 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21LT5 with the recipient before you confirm.

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.

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