SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N59
HLFXGB21N59 belongs to Halifax PLC in Llanelli, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21N59 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | N59 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Llanelli Vaughan Street |
| City | Llanelli |
| Country | United 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.
- N59 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 bank uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21N59?
HLFXGB21N59 identifies Llanelli Vaughan Street, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Llanelli, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21N59 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21N59.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N59?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N59 points to Llanelli Vaughan Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21N59 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.