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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M16

HLFXGB21M16 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M16

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M16
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM16
BankHalifax PLC
BranchKilburn 52 K'burn High Rd
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
M16 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 HLFXGB21M16?

HLFXGB21M16 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kilburn 52 K'burn High Rd, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Do I need HLFXGB21M16 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21M16.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

What do the letters in HLFXGB21M16 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and M16 is the code of the branch Kilburn 52 K'burn High Rd.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21M16 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21M16 with the recipient before sending.

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