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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N87

HLFXGB21N87 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21N87

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21N87
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeN87
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLondon Finsbury Park
CityLondon
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.
N87 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21N87?

HLFXGB21N87 is the SWIFT/BIC code of London Finsbury Park, part of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21N87 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21N87.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N87?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N87 points to London Finsbury Park. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21N87.

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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21N87 mean?

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 N87 identifies the department London Finsbury Park.

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