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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M30

HLFXGB21M30 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M30

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M30
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM30
BankHalifax PLC
BranchKings Norton
CityLeeds
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.
M30 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

What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M30?

HLFXGB21M30 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kings Norton, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21M30 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 M30 is the code of the department Kings Norton.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M30?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M30 is Kings Norton. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21M30.

Does Halifax PLC have other 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.

Do I need HLFXGB21M30 for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21M30.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

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

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