SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U81
HLFXGB21U81 belongs to Halifax PLC in Sunbury On Thames, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21U81 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | U81 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Sunbury (Gale and Power |
| City | Sunbury On Thames |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- U81 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U81?
HLFXGB21U81 identifies Sunbury (Gale and Power, a unit of Halifax PLC in Sunbury On Thames, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21U81?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21U81 is Sunbury (Gale and Power. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21U81.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21U81 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21U81 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of HLFXGB21U81 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and U81 is the code of the branch Sunbury (Gale and Power.
Has Halifax PLC got other 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.
Do I need HLFXGB21U81 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21U81.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.