SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N24
HLFXGB21N24 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21N24 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | N24 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Leyton (110454 |
| City | London |
| 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.
- N24 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N24?
HLFXGB21N24 identifies Leyton (110454, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21N24 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21N24.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N24?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N24 is Leyton (110454. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21N24 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.