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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Q16

HLFXGB21Q16 belongs to Halifax PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Q16

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Q16
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeQ16
BankHalifax PLC
BranchNorthampton (110565
CityNorthampton
CountryUnited 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.
Q16 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 BIC HLFXGB21Q16?

The code HLFXGB21Q16 belongs to Northampton (110565, a unit of Halifax PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21Q16 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21Q16 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Do I need HLFXGB21Q16 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21Q16.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Q16?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Q16 points to Northampton (110565. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Q16.

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