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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N17

HLFXGB21N17 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21N17

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21N17
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeN17
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLewes Agencies
CityLeeds
CountryUnited 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.
N17 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 HLFXGB21N17?

HLFXGB21N17 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lewes Agencies, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have more 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.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21N17 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21N17 with the recipient before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N17?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N17 points to Lewes Agencies. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21N17.

What does each part of HLFXGB21N17 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and N17 identifies the branch Lewes Agencies.

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