SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S65

HLFXGB21S65 belongs to Halifax PLC in Runcorn, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S65

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S65
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS65
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRuncorn (Hea
CityRuncorn
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
S65 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 code HLFXGB21S65?

HLFXGB21S65 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Runcorn (Hea, a unit of Halifax PLC in Runcorn, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S65?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S65 is Runcorn (Hea. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21S65.

Do I need HLFXGB21S65 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21S65.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Has Halifax PLC got more 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 happens if I enter HLFXGB21S65 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21S65 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

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