SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P15

HLFXGB21P15 belongs to Halifax PLC in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21P15

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21P15
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeP15
BankHalifax PLC
BranchMilton Keynes Mid ' Mer Bvd
CityMilton Keynes
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.
P15 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21P15?

HLFXGB21P15 identifies Milton Keynes Mid ' Mer Bvd, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21P15 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21P15.

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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21P15 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and P15 is the code of the department Milton Keynes Mid ' Mer Bvd.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P15?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P15 points to Milton Keynes Mid ' Mer Bvd. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21P15.

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