SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S94

HLFXGB21S94 belongs to Halifax PLC in Seaham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S94

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S94
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS94
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSeaham (Hps
CitySeaham
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.
S94 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 HLFXGB21S94?

HLFXGB21S94 identifies Seaham (Hps, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Seaham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S94?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S94 points to Seaham (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21S94.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21S94 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21S94 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need HLFXGB21S94 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 do need HLFXGB21S94.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next 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.