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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S22

HLFXGB21S22 belongs to Halifax PLC in Renfrew, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S22

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S22
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS22
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRenfrew
CityRenfrew
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.
S22 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21S22?

The code HLFXGB21S22 belongs to Renfrew, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Renfrew, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21S22 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21S22.

What does each part of HLFXGB21S22 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and S22 identifies the branch Renfrew.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S22?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S22 is Renfrew. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21S22.

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