SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N95
HLFXGB21N95 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21N95 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | N95 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | London Moorgate (110482 |
| 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.
- N95 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 BIC HLFXGB21N95?
The code HLFXGB21N95 belongs to London Moorgate (110482, 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 HLFXGB21N95 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21N95 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N95?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N95 points to London Moorgate (110482. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21N95.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21N95 for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21N95.
What does each part of HLFXGB21N95 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and N95 is the code of the branch London Moorgate (110482.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.