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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Q96

HLFXGB21Q96 belongs to Halifax PLC in Seaford, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Q96

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Q96
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeQ96
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSeaford - 111530
CitySeaford
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.
Q96 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21Q96?

The code HLFXGB21Q96 belongs to Seaford - 111530, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Seaford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21Q96 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21Q96.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21Q96 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21Q96 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Q96?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Q96 points to Seaford - 111530. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21Q96 if the recipient asks for it.

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