SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O19
HLFXGB21O19 belongs to Halifax PLC in Loughton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21O19 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | O19 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Loughton (110491 |
| City | Loughton |
| 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.
- O19 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21O19?
The code HLFXGB21O19 belongs to Loughton (110491, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Loughton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21O19 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and O19 is the code of the branch Loughton (110491.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21O19 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21O19 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O19?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O19 points to Loughton (110491. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21O19.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.