SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O37
HLFXGB21O37 belongs to Halifax PLC in Sandbach, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21O37 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | O37 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Macclesfield (Hps |
| City | Sandbach |
| Country | United 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.
- O37 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 HLFXGB21O37?
The code HLFXGB21O37 belongs to Macclesfield (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Sandbach, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O37?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O37 points to Macclesfield (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21O37 if the recipient asks for it.
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 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21O37 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21O37.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21O37 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21O37 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.