SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N33

HLFXGB21N33 belongs to Halifax PLC in Lincoln, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21N33

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21N33
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeN33
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLincoln High Street
CityLincoln
CountryUnited 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.
N33 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 HLFXGB21N33?

HLFXGB21N33 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lincoln High Street, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Lincoln, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Halifax PLC have more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21N33 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21N33 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N33?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N33 points to Lincoln High Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21N33.

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

Banks often add 1–3% 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.

What does each part of HLFXGB21N33 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and N33 identifies the department Lincoln High Street.

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