SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Q62
HLFXGB21Q62 belongs to Halifax PLC in Oswestry, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Q62 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Q62 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Owestry (110584 |
| City | Oswestry |
| Country | United 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.
- Q62 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 BIC HLFXGB21Q62?
HLFXGB21Q62 identifies Owestry (110584, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Oswestry, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What does each part of HLFXGB21Q62 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 Q62 is the code of the department Owestry (110584.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Q62?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Q62 points to Owestry (110584. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Q62.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21Q62 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21Q62 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers 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.