SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S36
HLFXGB21S36 belongs to Halifax PLC in Rochdale, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21S36 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | S36 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Rochdale - 110640 |
| City | Rochdale |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- S36 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 BIC HLFXGB21S36?
The code HLFXGB21S36 belongs to Rochdale - 110640, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Rochdale, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Has Halifax PLC got 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21S36 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and S36 identifies the branch Rochdale - 110640.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S36?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S36 is Rochdale - 110640. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21S36.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21S36 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21S36 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.