SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Q81
HLFXGB21Q81 belongs to Halifax PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Q81 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Q81 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Park Gate (Hea |
| City | Southampton |
| Country | United 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.
- Q81 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 HLFXGB21Q81?
The code HLFXGB21Q81 belongs to Park Gate (Hea, a unit of Halifax PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21Q81 mean?
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 Q81 identifies the branch Park Gate (Hea.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Q81?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Q81 is Park Gate (Hea. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21Q81 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21Q81 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21Q81 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.