SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T05
HLFXGB21T05 belongs to Halifax PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21T05 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | T05 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Shaw (Hps |
| City | Oldham |
| 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.
- T05 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21T05?
The code HLFXGB21T05 belongs to Shaw (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HLFXGB21T05 to send euros 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. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21T05.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21T05?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21T05 points to Shaw (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21T05 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.