SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P76
HLFXGB21P76 belongs to Halifax PLC in Newcastleton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21P76 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | P76 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Newcastleton |
| City | Newcastleton |
| 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.
- P76 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21P76?
The code HLFXGB21P76 belongs to Newcastleton, a unit of Halifax PLC in Newcastleton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21P76 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21P76.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Does Halifax PLC have 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.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P76?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P76 is Newcastleton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21P76 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.