SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T11
HLFXGB21T11 belongs to Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21T11 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | T11 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Sheffield Haymarket |
| City | Sheffield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- T11 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T11?
The code HLFXGB21T11 belongs to Sheffield Haymarket, a unit of Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21T11 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21T11 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21T11?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21T11 points to Sheffield Haymarket. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21T11 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21T11 for a euro transfer 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 still need HLFXGB21T11.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.