SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T03
HLFXGB21T03 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21T03 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | T03 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Share Dealing |
| City | Halifax |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- T03 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 HLFXGB21T03?
HLFXGB21T03 identifies Share Dealing, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21T03?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21T03 is Share Dealing. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21T03.
Do I need HLFXGB21T03 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21T03.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.