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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T12

HLFXGB21T12 belongs to Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21T12

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21T12
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeT12
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSheffield Haymarket
CitySheffield
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
T12 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 BIC HLFXGB21T12?

HLFXGB21T12 identifies Sheffield Haymarket, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Halifax PLC got more 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 HLFXGB21T12 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21T12 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21T12?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21T12 points to Sheffield Haymarket. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21T12.

What does each part of HLFXGB21T12 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and T12 is the code of the branch Sheffield Haymarket.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.