SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M87
HLFXGB21M87 belongs to Halifax PLC in Harrogate, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21M87 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | M87 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Leeds Hxd |
| City | Harrogate |
| Country | United 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.
- M87 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 HLFXGB21M87?
The code HLFXGB21M87 belongs to Leeds Hxd, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Harrogate, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21M87 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. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21M87.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21M87 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 M87 identifies the branch Leeds Hxd.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21M87 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21M87 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.