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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S62

HLFXGB21S62 belongs to Halifax PLC in Ruislip, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S62

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S62
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS62
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRuislip - 110657
CityRuislip
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.
S62 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 BIC HLFXGB21S62?

HLFXGB21S62 identifies Ruislip - 110657, part of Halifax PLC in Ruislip, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21S62 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21S62.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21S62 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and S62 identifies the department Ruislip - 110657.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S62?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S62 is Ruislip - 110657. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21S62.

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. Compare what you receive 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.