SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21LT6
HLFXGB21LT6 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21LT6 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | LT6 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Halifax Lt Bristol Ag16 |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United 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.
- LT6 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21LT6?
The code HLFXGB21LT6 belongs to Halifax Lt Bristol Ag16, a unit of Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21LT6 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21LT6 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21LT6?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21LT6 points to Halifax Lt Bristol Ag16. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21LT6.
Do I need HLFXGB21LT6 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21LT6.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments 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.