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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T21

HLFXGB21T21 belongs to Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21T21

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21T21
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeT21
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSheldon
CityBirmingham
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.
T21 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 HLFXGB21T21?

HLFXGB21T21 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sheldon, a unit of Halifax PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21T21 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 do need HLFXGB21T21.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21T21?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21T21 points to Sheldon. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21T21 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21T21 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21T21 with the recipient before sending.

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