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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T56

HLFXGB21T56 belongs to Halifax PLC in Skipton, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21T56

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21T56
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeT56
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSkipton (110706
CitySkipton
CountryUnited 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.
T56 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

What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T56?

The code HLFXGB21T56 belongs to Skipton (110706, a unit of Halifax PLC in Skipton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21T56 to send euros 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. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21T56.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21T56?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21T56 is Skipton (110706. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21T56.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21T56 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and T56 is the code of the branch Skipton (110706.

Does Halifax PLC have more 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.

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