SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U03
HLFXGB21U03 belongs to Halifax PLC in Southsea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21U03 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | U03 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Southsea (Hps |
| City | Southsea |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- U03 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 code HLFXGB21U03?
HLFXGB21U03 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Southsea (Hps, 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 HLFXGB21U03 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21U03 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Do I need HLFXGB21U03 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21U03.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of HLFXGB21U03 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and U03 identifies the department Southsea (Hps.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.