SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O27
HLFXGB21O27 belongs to Halifax PLC in Luton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21O27 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | O27 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Luton Bute Street (110498 |
| City | Luton |
| 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.
- O27 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 BIC HLFXGB21O27?
The code HLFXGB21O27 belongs to Luton Bute Street (110498, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Luton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21O27 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21O27 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need HLFXGB21O27 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21O27.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HLFXGB21O27 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and O27 identifies the department Luton Bute Street (110498.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.