SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O43
HLFXGB21O43 belongs to Halifax PLC in Maidenhead, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21O43 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | O43 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Maidenhead 116 High St |
| City | Maidenhead |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- O43 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O43?
HLFXGB21O43 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Maidenhead 116 High St, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Maidenhead, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HLFXGB21O43 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and O43 is the code of the department Maidenhead 116 High St.
Do I need HLFXGB21O43 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21O43.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
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.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O43?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O43 is Maidenhead 116 High St. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21O43.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.