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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M73

HLFXGB21M73 belongs to Halifax PLC in Launceston, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M73

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M73
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM73
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLaunceston
CityLaunceston
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.
M73 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M73?

HLFXGB21M73 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Launceston, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Launceston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21M73 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and M73 is the code of the department Launceston.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21M73 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21M73 with the recipient before sending.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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