SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M02

HLFXGB21M02 belongs to Halifax PLC in Kenilworth, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M02

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M02
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM02
BankHalifax PLC
BranchKenilworth (Hps
CityKenilworth
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
M02 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21M02?

The code HLFXGB21M02 belongs to Kenilworth (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Kenilworth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21M02 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21M02 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21M02 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21M02.

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

Banks often 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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M02?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M02 is Kenilworth (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21M02 if the recipient asks for it.

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