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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O83

HLFXGB21O83 belongs to Halifax PLC in Melksham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21O83

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21O83
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeO83
BankHalifax PLC
BranchMelksham (Hps
CityMelksham
CountryUnited 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.
O83 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 BIC HLFXGB21O83?

HLFXGB21O83 identifies Melksham (Hps, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Melksham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21O83 to send euros 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. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21O83.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21O83 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21O83 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O83?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O83 is Melksham (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21O83 if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21O83 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and O83 identifies the department Melksham (Hps.

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