SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O77
HLFXGB21O77 belongs to Halifax PLC in Market Rasen, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21O77 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | O77 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Market Rasen (Hps |
| City | Market Rasen |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- O77 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O77?
HLFXGB21O77 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Market Rasen (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Market Rasen, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O77?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O77 is Market Rasen (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21O77 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21O77 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and O77 is the code of the branch Market Rasen (Hps.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21O77 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. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21O77.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.