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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U01

HLFXGB21U01 belongs to Halifax PLC in Southport, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21U01

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21U01
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeU01
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSouthport Hoghton Street
CitySouthport
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.
U01 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 HLFXGB21U01?

HLFXGB21U01 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Southport Hoghton Street, part of Halifax PLC in Southport, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21U01 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21U01 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need HLFXGB21U01 to send euros 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. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21U01.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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