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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M56

HLFXGB21M56 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M56

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M56
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM56
BankHalifax PLC
BranchKnightsbridge (110418
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.
M56 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/BIC code HLFXGB21M56?

HLFXGB21M56 identifies Knightsbridge (110418, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21M56 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of 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 do need HLFXGB21M56.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Many banks 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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M56?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M56 is Knightsbridge (110418. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21M56.

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