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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T73

HLFXGB21T73 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21T73

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21T73
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeT73
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSouth London Agencies
CityLeeds
CountryUnited 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.
T73 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 BIC HLFXGB21T73?

HLFXGB21T73 identifies South London Agencies, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21T73 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21T73 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What does each part of HLFXGB21T73 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and T73 is the code of the branch South London Agencies.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21T73?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21T73 points to South London Agencies. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21T73 if the recipient asks for it.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21T73 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21T73.

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