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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U02

HLFXGB21U02 belongs to Halifax PLC in Southsea, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21U02

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21U02
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeU02
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSouthsea - 110723
CitySouthsea
CountryUnited 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.
U02 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 HLFXGB21U02?

HLFXGB21U02 identifies Southsea - 110723, a unit of Halifax PLC in Southsea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21U02 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21U02 with the recipient before you confirm.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21U02?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21U02 is Southsea - 110723. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21U02.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21U02 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and U02 identifies the department Southsea - 110723.

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