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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O95

HLFXGB21O95 belongs to Halifax PLC in Middlesbrough, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21O95

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21O95
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeO95
BankHalifax PLC
BranchMiddlesborough Albert Rd
CityMiddlesbrough
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.
O95 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21O95?

HLFXGB21O95 identifies Middlesborough Albert Rd, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Middlesbrough, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O95?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O95 points to Middlesborough Albert Rd. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21O95 if the recipient asks for it.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21O95 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21O95.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

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

What do the letters in HLFXGB21O95 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and O95 is the code of the department Middlesborough Albert Rd.

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