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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M74

HLFXGB21M74 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M74

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M74
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM74
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLondon Strand - 110506
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.
M74 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 BIC HLFXGB21M74?

HLFXGB21M74 is the SWIFT/BIC code of London Strand - 110506, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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 is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M74?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M74 points to London Strand - 110506. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21M74 if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21M74 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and M74 identifies the branch London Strand - 110506.

Do I need HLFXGB21M74 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21M74.

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