SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S24

HLFXGB21S24 belongs to Halifax PLC in Retford, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S24

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S24
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS24
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRetford, Market Place
CityRetford
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.
S24 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 HLFXGB21S24?

HLFXGB21S24 identifies Retford, Market Place, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Retford, 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 – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21S24 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and S24 identifies the department Retford, Market Place.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S24?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S24 is Retford, Market Place. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21S24 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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