SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P34
HLFXGB21P34 belongs to Halifax PLC in Morpeth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21P34 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | P34 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Morpeth |
| City | Morpeth |
| Country | United 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.
- P34 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 bank uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21P34?
HLFXGB21P34 identifies Morpeth, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Morpeth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HLFXGB21P34 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 P34 is the code of the department Morpeth.
Do I need HLFXGB21P34 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21P34.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P34?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P34 points to Morpeth. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21P34 if the recipient asks for it.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.