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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Q33

HLFXGB21Q33 belongs to Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Q33

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Q33
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeQ33
BankHalifax PLC
BranchNottingham
CityNottingham
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
Q33 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21Q33?

HLFXGB21Q33 identifies Nottingham, a unit of Halifax PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21Q33 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Q33 is the code of the department Nottingham.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% 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 HLFXGB21Q33 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21Q33 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Q33?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Q33 points to Nottingham. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21Q33 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. 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.