SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M68
HLFXGB21M68 belongs to Halifax PLC in Eastbourne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21M68 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | M68 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Langney Point (Hps |
| City | Eastbourne |
| 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.
- M68 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21M68?
The code HLFXGB21M68 belongs to Langney Point (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Eastbourne, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of HLFXGB21M68 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and M68 is the code of the branch Langney Point (Hps.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M68?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M68 points to Langney Point (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21M68 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21M68 to send euros 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 HLFXGB21M68.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.