SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N75
HLFXGB21N75 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21N75 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | N75 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | London Old Broad Street (110742 |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- N75 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 BIC HLFXGB21N75?
HLFXGB21N75 identifies London Old Broad Street (110742, part of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21N75 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21N75 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21N75 for a euro transfer 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 HLFXGB21N75.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N75?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N75 points to London Old Broad Street (110742. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21N75 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.