SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M27
HLFXGB21M27 belongs to Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21M27 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | M27 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Kings Heath - 110423 |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- M27 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 BIC HLFXGB21M27?
HLFXGB21M27 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kings Heath - 110423, part of Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M27?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M27 points to Kings Heath - 110423. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21M27.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21M27 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21M27 with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21M27 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and M27 is the code of the branch Kings Heath - 110423.
Do I need HLFXGB21M27 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21M27.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.