SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U08
HLFXGB21U08 belongs to Halifax PLC in St. Albans, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21U08 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | U08 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | St Albans (110663 |
| City | St. Albans |
| Country | United 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.
- U08 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U08?
The code HLFXGB21U08 belongs to St Albans (110663, a unit of Halifax PLC in St. Albans, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21U08?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21U08 points to St Albans (110663. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21U08 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21U08 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and U08 is the code of the branch St Albans (110663.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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 happens if I use HLFXGB21U08 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21U08 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.