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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M24

HLFXGB21M24 belongs to Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M24

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M24
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM24
BankHalifax PLC
BranchKimberley (Hps
CityNottingham
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.
M24 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21M24?

HLFXGB21M24 identifies Kimberley (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21M24 to send euros 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 do need HLFXGB21M24.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M24?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M24 points to Kimberley (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21M24 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21M24 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21M24 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

What does each part of HLFXGB21M24 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and M24 identifies the branch Kimberley (Hps.

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