SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S73

HLFXGB21S73 belongs to Halifax PLC in Saffron Walden, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S73

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S73
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS73
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSaffron Walden (110670
CitySaffron Walden
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.
S73 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/BIC code HLFXGB21S73?

HLFXGB21S73 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Saffron Walden (110670, part of Halifax PLC in Saffron Walden, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21S73 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21S73 with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of HLFXGB21S73 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and S73 is the code of the department Saffron Walden (110670.

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

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

Do I need HLFXGB21S73 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21S73.

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