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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21LVT

HLFXGB21LVT belongs to Halifax PLC in Livingston, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21LVT

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21LVT
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeLVT
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLivingston Unit 54 (114891
CityLivingston
CountryUnited 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.
LVT 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 bank is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21LVT?

HLFXGB21LVT identifies Livingston Unit 54 (114891, part of Halifax PLC in Livingston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21LVT for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21LVT.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21LVT?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21LVT points to Livingston Unit 54 (114891. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21LVT.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21LVT with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21LVT with the recipient before you confirm.

Has Halifax PLC got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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