SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P66
HLFXGB21P66 belongs to Halifax PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21P66 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | P66 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Gosforth (110329 |
| City | Newcastle Upon Tyne |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- P66 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 BIC HLFXGB21P66?
The code HLFXGB21P66 belongs to Gosforth (110329, a unit of Halifax PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21P66 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21P66 with the recipient before you confirm.
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.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P66?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P66 points to Gosforth (110329. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21P66.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21P66 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and P66 is the code of the department Gosforth (110329.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.