SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Q20
HLFXGB21Q20 belongs to Halifax PLC in Belfast, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Q20 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Q20 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Northern Ireland Agencies (110977 |
| City | Belfast |
| 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.
- Q20 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 HLFXGB21Q20?
HLFXGB21Q20 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Northern Ireland Agencies (110977, part of Halifax PLC in Belfast, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Q20?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Q20 points to Northern Ireland Agencies (110977. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21Q20 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Q20 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21Q20 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What does each part of HLFXGB21Q20 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and Q20 is the code of the branch Northern Ireland Agencies (110977.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.