SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P17
HLFXGB21P17 belongs to Halifax PLC in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21P17 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | P17 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Milton Keynes Silbury (110532 |
| City | Milton Keynes |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- P17 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21P17?
HLFXGB21P17 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Milton Keynes Silbury (110532, a unit of Halifax PLC in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often 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.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P17?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P17 points to Milton Keynes Silbury (110532. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21P17 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21P17 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21P17.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.