SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P70
HLFXGB21P70 belongs to Halifax PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21P70 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | P70 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Newcastle District - 110554 |
| City | Newcastle Upon Tyne |
| Country | United 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.
- P70 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P70?
HLFXGB21P70 identifies Newcastle District - 110554, 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21P70 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21P70 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What does each part of HLFXGB21P70 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and P70 is the code of the branch Newcastle District - 110554.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P70?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P70 points to Newcastle District - 110554. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21P70.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.