SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M66

HLFXGB21M66 belongs to Halifax PLC in Slough, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M66

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M66
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM66
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLangley (Hea
CitySlough
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
M66 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 HLFXGB21M66?

The code HLFXGB21M66 belongs to Langley (Hea, part of Halifax PLC in Slough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M66?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M66 is Langley (Hea. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21M66 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

Do I need HLFXGB21M66 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21M66.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21M66 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21M66 with the recipient before you confirm.

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