SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U61
HLFXGB21U61 belongs to Halifax PLC in Stonehouse, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21U61 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | U61 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Stonehouse (Hps |
| City | Stonehouse |
| Country | United 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.
- U61 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 HLFXGB21U61?
HLFXGB21U61 identifies Stonehouse (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Stonehouse, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21U61 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21U61 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21U61?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21U61 is Stonehouse (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21U61 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of HLFXGB21U61 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and U61 is the code of the branch Stonehouse (Hps.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.