SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M80
HLFXGB21M80 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21M80 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | M80 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Leeds Commercial Street - 110442 |
| City | Leeds |
| 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.
- M80 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M80?
HLFXGB21M80 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Leeds Commercial Street - 110442, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21M80 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21M80 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21M80 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 still need HLFXGB21M80.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M80?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M80 is Leeds Commercial Street - 110442. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21M80.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.