SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T23
HLFXGB21T23 belongs to Halifax PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21T23 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | T23 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Shell UK Exp and Prod LTD (114507 |
| City | Aberdeen |
| 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.
- T23 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 HLFXGB21T23?
HLFXGB21T23 identifies Shell UK Exp and Prod LTD (114507, part of Halifax PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21T23 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. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21T23.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21T23 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and T23 is the code of the branch Shell UK Exp and Prod LTD (114507.
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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services 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.