SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P74
HLFXGB21P74 belongs to Halifax PLC in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21P74 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | P74 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Newcastle Under Lyme (110549 |
| City | Newcastle-Under-Lyme |
| Country | United 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.
- P74 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 HLFXGB21P74?
The code HLFXGB21P74 belongs to Newcastle Under Lyme (110549, part of Halifax PLC in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HLFXGB21P74 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21P74.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Halifax PLC got other 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.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P74?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P74 is Newcastle Under Lyme (110549. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21P74.
What does each part of HLFXGB21P74 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and P74 is the code of the branch Newcastle Under Lyme (110549.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.