SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N98

HLFXGB21N98 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21N98

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21N98
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeN98
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLondon Mayfair (110481
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.
N98 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 HLFXGB21N98?

The code HLFXGB21N98 belongs to London Mayfair (110481, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N98?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N98 points to London Mayfair (110481. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21N98.

What does each part of HLFXGB21N98 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and N98 identifies the department London Mayfair (110481.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21N98 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21N98 with the recipient before you confirm.

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