SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T34
HLFXGB21T34 belongs to Halifax PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21T34 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | T34 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Shirley 40 Shirley Hi'st |
| City | Southampton |
| 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.
- T34 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 branch uses BIC HLFXGB21T34?
HLFXGB21T34 identifies Shirley 40 Shirley Hi'st, part of Halifax PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21T34 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and T34 is the code of the department Shirley 40 Shirley Hi'st.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21T34 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21T34 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need HLFXGB21T34 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21T34.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.