SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O91
HLFXGB21O91 belongs to Halifax PLC in Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21O91 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | O91 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Merthyr Tydfil 132 Hi'st |
| City | Merthyr Tydfil |
| Country | United 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.
- O91 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21O91?
The code HLFXGB21O91 belongs to Merthyr Tydfil 132 Hi'st, part of Halifax PLC in Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O91?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O91 is Merthyr Tydfil 132 Hi'st. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21O91 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21O91 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and O91 identifies the branch Merthyr Tydfil 132 Hi'st.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21O91 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21O91 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.