SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S75
HLFXGB21S75 belongs to Halifax PLC in Salford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21S75 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | S75 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Salford (110672 |
| City | Salford |
| Country | United 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.
- S75 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 HLFXGB21S75?
HLFXGB21S75 identifies Salford (110672, a unit of Halifax PLC in Salford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21S75 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and S75 identifies the department Salford (110672.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21S75 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21S75 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S75?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S75 is Salford (110672. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21S75 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks 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.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.