SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S49
HLFXGB21S49 belongs to Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21S49 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | S49 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Sheffield High Street (118234 |
| City | Sheffield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- S49 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S49?
HLFXGB21S49 identifies Sheffield High Street (118234, a unit of Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21S49 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21S49.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21S49 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21S49 with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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 in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.