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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N83

HLFXGB21N83 belongs to Halifax PLC in Croydon, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21N83

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21N83
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeN83
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLondon Cntl Business Ctre
CityCroydon
CountryUnited 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.
N83 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/BIC code HLFXGB21N83?

The code HLFXGB21N83 belongs to London Cntl Business Ctre, part of Halifax PLC in Croydon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N83?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N83 is London Cntl Business Ctre. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21N83 if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21N83 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and N83 identifies the branch London Cntl Business Ctre.

Do I need HLFXGB21N83 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21N83.

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