SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S10

HLFXGB21S10 belongs to Halifax PLC in Redditch, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S10

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S10
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS10
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRedditch
CityRedditch
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
S10 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/BIC code HLFXGB21S10?

The code HLFXGB21S10 belongs to Redditch, part of Halifax PLC in Redditch, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21S10 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21S10 with the recipient before sending.

Do I need HLFXGB21S10 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21S10.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S10?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S10 is Redditch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21S10.

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