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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N51

HLFXGB21N51 belongs to Halifax PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21N51

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21N51
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeN51
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLiverpool Old Swan
CityLiverpool
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
N51 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 HLFXGB21N51?

HLFXGB21N51 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Liverpool Old Swan, a unit of Halifax PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21N51 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21N51.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21N51 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21N51 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N51?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N51 points to Liverpool Old Swan. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21N51 if the recipient asks for it.

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