SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N90
HLFXGB21N90 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21N90 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | N90 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | London High Holborn (110477 |
| 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.
- N90 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 code HLFXGB21N90?
The code HLFXGB21N90 belongs to London High Holborn (110477, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21N90 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21N90 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HLFXGB21N90 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 HLFXGB21N90.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N90?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N90 points to London High Holborn (110477. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21N90 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.