SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P01

HLFXGB21P01 belongs to Halifax PLC in Newport, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21P01

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21P01
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeP01
BankHalifax PLC
BranchMidhurst - 111527
CityNewport
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
P01 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 HLFXGB21P01?

The code HLFXGB21P01 belongs to Midhurst - 111527, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Newport, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21P01 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and P01 identifies the department Midhurst - 111527.

Do I need HLFXGB21P01 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21P01.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21P01 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21P01 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P01?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P01 points to Midhurst - 111527. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21P01.

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