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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M83

HLFXGB21M83 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M83

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M83
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM83
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLeeds Commercial St (110448
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
M83 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 code HLFXGB21M83?

HLFXGB21M83 identifies Leeds Commercial St (110448, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21M83 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21M83 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M83?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M83 points to Leeds Commercial St (110448. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21M83.

Do I need HLFXGB21M83 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21M83.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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