SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U16
HLFXGB21U16 belongs to Halifax PLC in St. Helens, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21U16 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | U16 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | St Helens Church Square (110667 |
| City | St. Helens |
| 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.
- U16 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 HLFXGB21U16?
The code HLFXGB21U16 belongs to St Helens Church Square (110667, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in St. Helens, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Halifax PLC have 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.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21U16?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21U16 points to St Helens Church Square (110667. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21U16.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21U16 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21U16 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of HLFXGB21U16 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and U16 identifies the branch St Helens Church Square (110667.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.