SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N31
HLFXGB21N31 belongs to Halifax PLC in Lincoln, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21N31 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | N31 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Lincoln Agencies (111617 |
| City | Lincoln |
| Country | United 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.
- N31 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N31?
The code HLFXGB21N31 belongs to Lincoln Agencies (111617, a unit of Halifax PLC in Lincoln, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21N31 mean?
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 N31 identifies the department Lincoln Agencies (111617.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21N31 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21N31 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21N31 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21N31.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.