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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P13

HLFXGB21P13 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21P13

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21P13
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeP13
BankHalifax PLC
BranchMilton Keynes C'wide Dpu
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
P13 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 BIC HLFXGB21P13?

HLFXGB21P13 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Milton Keynes C'wide Dpu, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21P13 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and P13 identifies the department Milton Keynes C'wide Dpu.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P13?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P13 points to Milton Keynes C'wide Dpu. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21P13.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21P13 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21P13.

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