SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P98
HLFXGB21P98 belongs to Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21P98 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | P98 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | North West Midlands (110548 |
| City | Nottingham |
| 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.
- P98 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21P98?
The code HLFXGB21P98 belongs to North West Midlands (110548, part of Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P98?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P98 points to North West Midlands (110548. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21P98 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21P98 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21P98 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Do I need HLFXGB21P98 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21P98.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.