SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O62

HLFXGB21O62 belongs to Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21O62

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21O62
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeO62
BankHalifax PLC
BranchManchester City (110516
CityManchester
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
O62 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 code HLFXGB21O62?

HLFXGB21O62 identifies Manchester City (110516, a unit of Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O62?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O62 points to Manchester City (110516. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21O62 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21O62 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21O62.

Does Halifax PLC have more 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.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21O62 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21O62 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.