SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M86
HLFXGB21M86 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21M86 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | M86 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Leeds Harehills Lane |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- M86 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 BIC HLFXGB21M86?
The code HLFXGB21M86 belongs to Leeds Harehills Lane, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have other 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.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M86?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M86 is Leeds Harehills Lane. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21M86 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21M86 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21M86 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
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.
Do I need HLFXGB21M86 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21M86.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.