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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O23

HLFXGB21O23 belongs to Halifax PLC in Lowestoft, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21O23

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21O23
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeO23
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLowestoft 106 L'don Rd Nt
CityLowestoft
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
O23 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 bank uses BIC HLFXGB21O23?

HLFXGB21O23 identifies Lowestoft 106 L'don Rd Nt, a unit of Halifax PLC in Lowestoft, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

What happens if I use HLFXGB21O23 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21O23 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O23?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O23 points to Lowestoft 106 L'don Rd Nt. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21O23.

What does each part of HLFXGB21O23 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and O23 identifies the department Lowestoft 106 L'don Rd Nt.

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