SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N04
HLFXGB21N04 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21N04 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | N04 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Leicester City - 110434 |
| City | Leicester |
| 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.
- N04 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21N04?
HLFXGB21N04 identifies Leicester City - 110434, part of Halifax PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HLFXGB21N04 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and N04 is the code of the branch Leicester City - 110434.
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.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21N04 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21N04 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.