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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T87

HLFXGB21T87 belongs to Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21T87

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21T87
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeT87
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSouth Yorkshire Agency 2 (110693
CitySheffield
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.
T87 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 HLFXGB21T87?

The code HLFXGB21T87 belongs to South Yorkshire Agency 2 (110693, part of Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21T87 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21T87.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What does each part of HLFXGB21T87 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and T87 identifies the department South Yorkshire Agency 2 (110693.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21T87 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21T87 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

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