SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P41

HLFXGB21P41 belongs to Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21P41

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21P41
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeP41
BankHalifax PLC
BranchMoston 311 Moston Lane
CityManchester
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
P41 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21P41?

The code HLFXGB21P41 belongs to Moston 311 Moston Lane, a unit of Halifax PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P41?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P41 points to Moston 311 Moston Lane. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21P41 if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21P41 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and P41 identifies the department Moston 311 Moston Lane.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21P41 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21P41 with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need HLFXGB21P41 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21P41.

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