SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S54
HLFXGB21S54 belongs to Halifax PLC in Rotherham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21S54 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | S54 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Rotherham Upper Millgate |
| City | Rotherham |
| 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.
- S54 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21S54?
HLFXGB21S54 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rotherham Upper Millgate, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Rotherham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21S54 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and S54 identifies the department Rotherham Upper Millgate.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21S54 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21S54 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S54?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S54 is Rotherham Upper Millgate. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21S54.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.