SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O21
HLFXGB21O21 belongs to Halifax PLC in Louth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21O21 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | O21 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Louth (Hea |
| City | Louth |
| 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.
- O21 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O21?
The code HLFXGB21O21 belongs to Louth (Hea, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Louth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21O21 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and O21 is the code of the branch Louth (Hea.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21O21 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21O21 with the recipient before sending.
Does Halifax PLC have other 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.
Do I need HLFXGB21O21 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21O21.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.