SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N34

HLFXGB21N34 belongs to Halifax PLC in Lincoln, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21N34

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21N34
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeN34
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLincoln High Street, No 200
CityLincoln
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.
N34 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 code HLFXGB21N34?

HLFXGB21N34 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lincoln High Street, No 200, 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.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21N34 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21N34 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21N34 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 N34 identifies the department Lincoln High Street, No 200.

What is the best 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Has Halifax PLC got other 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.

Do I need HLFXGB21N34 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21N34.

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