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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O54

HLFXGB21O54 belongs to Halifax PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21O54

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21O54
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeO54
BankHalifax PLC
BranchManchester Agencies (110514
CityOldham
CountryUnited 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.
O54 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O54?

HLFXGB21O54 identifies Manchester Agencies (110514, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O54?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O54 points to Manchester Agencies (110514. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21O54.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21O54 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and O54 identifies the department Manchester Agencies (110514.

Do I need HLFXGB21O54 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21O54.

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