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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M14

HLFXGB21M14 belongs to Halifax PLC in Kidderminster, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M14

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M14
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM14
BankHalifax PLC
BranchKidderminster Vicar St
CityKidderminster
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.
M14 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 HLFXGB21M14?

The code HLFXGB21M14 belongs to Kidderminster Vicar St, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Kidderminster, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21M14 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and M14 identifies the branch Kidderminster Vicar St.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M14?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M14 points to Kidderminster Vicar St. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21M14.

Has Halifax PLC got more 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.

Do I need HLFXGB21M14 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 HLFXGB21M14.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next 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.