SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T62
HLFXGB21T62 belongs to Halifax PLC in Slough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21T62 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | T62 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Slough 70 High Street |
| City | Slough |
| Country | United 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.
- T62 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21T62?
HLFXGB21T62 identifies Slough 70 High Street, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Slough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21T62 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21T62.
What does each part of HLFXGB21T62 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and T62 is the code of the department Slough 70 High Street.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21T62?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21T62 is Slough 70 High Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21T62 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.