SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S40

HLFXGB21S40 belongs to Halifax PLC in Romford, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S40

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S40
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS40
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRomford - 110727
CityRomford
CountryUnited 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.
S40 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

Which branch is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21S40?

HLFXGB21S40 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Romford - 110727, part of Halifax PLC in Romford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21S40 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and S40 is the code of the department Romford - 110727.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S40?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S40 points to Romford - 110727. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21S40 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21S40 for a euro transfer 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 HLFXGB21S40.

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