GoldexPay
Language: EN
English Nederlands Deutsch Français Español

SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O86

HLFXGB21O86 belongs to Halifax PLC in Melton Mowbray, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21O86

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21O86
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeO86
BankHalifax PLC
BranchMelton Mowbray (Hps
CityMelton Mowbray
CountryUnited 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.
O86 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 code HLFXGB21O86?

HLFXGB21O86 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Melton Mowbray (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Melton Mowbray, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21O86 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21O86 with the recipient before sending.

Do I need HLFXGB21O86 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21O86.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O86?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O86 is Melton Mowbray (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21O86.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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