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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T96

HLFXGB21T96 belongs to Halifax PLC in Southend-On-Sea, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21T96

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21T96
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeT96
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSouthend High Street
CitySouthend-On-Sea
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
T96 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 HLFXGB21T96?

HLFXGB21T96 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Southend High Street, a unit of Halifax PLC in Southend-On-Sea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21T96 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. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21T96.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21T96 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21T96 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21T96 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and T96 identifies the department Southend High Street.

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