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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M15

HLFXGB21M15 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M15

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M15
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM15
BankHalifax PLC
BranchKilburn (110422
CityLondon
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.
M15 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M15?

HLFXGB21M15 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kilburn (110422, part of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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.

Do I need HLFXGB21M15 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21M15.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21M15 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and M15 identifies the department Kilburn (110422.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M15?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M15 points to Kilburn (110422. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21M15.

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