SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U86
HLFXGB21U86 belongs to Halifax PLC in Ascot, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21U86 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | U86 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Sunningdale (Hps |
| City | Ascot |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- U86 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21U86?
The code HLFXGB21U86 belongs to Sunningdale (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Ascot, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21U86 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21U86.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21U86 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21U86 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21U86?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21U86 is Sunningdale (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21U86 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.