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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U83

HLFXGB21U83 belongs to Halifax PLC in Sunderland, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21U83

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21U83
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeU83
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSunderland (Hps
CitySunderland
CountryUnited 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.
U83 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 bank uses BIC HLFXGB21U83?

HLFXGB21U83 identifies Sunderland (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Sunderland, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21U83 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21U83.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21U83 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21U83 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21U83?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21U83 points to Sunderland (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21U83 if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21U83 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and U83 is the code of the department Sunderland (Hps.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.