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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M99

HLFXGB21M99 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M99

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M99
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM99
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLeicester City - 110447
CityLeicester
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.
M99 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21M99?

HLFXGB21M99 identifies Leicester City - 110447, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21M99 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21M99.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21M99 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21M99 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M99?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M99 points to Leicester City - 110447. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21M99 if the recipient asks for it.

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