SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P90
HLFXGB21P90 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bangor, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21P90 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | P90 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Bangor (Northern Ireland) (117912 |
| City | Bangor |
| 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.
- P90 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 HLFXGB21P90?
HLFXGB21P90 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bangor (Northern Ireland) (117912, part of Halifax PLC in Bangor, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HLFXGB21P90 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21P90.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21P90 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21P90 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does Halifax PLC have other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.