SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N71
HLFXGB21N71 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21N71 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | N71 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | London 50 High Holborn |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- N71 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 code HLFXGB21N71?
The code HLFXGB21N71 belongs to London 50 High Holborn, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N71?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N71 points to London 50 High Holborn. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21N71 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21N71 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and N71 is the code of the department London 50 High Holborn.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21N71 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21N71 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
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 specialist providers 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.