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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P85

HLFXGB21P85 belongs to Halifax PLC in Newton Aycliffe, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21P85

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21P85
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeP85
BankHalifax PLC
BranchNewton Aycliffe
CityNewton Aycliffe
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
P85 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

What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P85?

HLFXGB21P85 identifies Newton Aycliffe, a unit of Halifax PLC in Newton Aycliffe, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21P85 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and P85 identifies the department Newton Aycliffe.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21P85 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21P85 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P85?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P85 is Newton Aycliffe. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21P85 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21P85 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21P85.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.