SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21NEW
HLFXGB21NEW belongs to Halifax PLC in Newton Abbot, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21NEW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | NEW |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Newton Abbot - 113707 |
| City | Newton Abbot |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- NEW 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21NEW?
HLFXGB21NEW identifies Newton Abbot - 113707, part of Halifax PLC in Newton Abbot, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HLFXGB21NEW to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21NEW.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21NEW?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21NEW points to Newton Abbot - 113707. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21NEW if the recipient asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.