SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P43

HLFXGB21P43 belongs to Halifax PLC in Motherwell, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21P43

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21P43
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeP43
BankHalifax PLC
BranchMotherwell (R
CityMotherwell
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.
P43 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 BIC HLFXGB21P43?

HLFXGB21P43 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Motherwell (R, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Motherwell, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21P43 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 still need HLFXGB21P43.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21P43 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21P43 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the best 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 specialist providers 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.