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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P96

HLFXGB21P96 belongs to Halifax PLC in North Berwick, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21P96

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21P96
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeP96
BankHalifax PLC
BranchNorth Berwick
CityNorth Berwick
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
P96 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21P96?

HLFXGB21P96 identifies North Berwick, part of Halifax PLC in North Berwick, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21P96 stand for?

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 P96 is the code of the department North Berwick.

Do I need HLFXGB21P96 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21P96.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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