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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U91

HLFXGB21U91 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21U91

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21U91
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeU91
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSussex Coast Agencies
CityLeeds
CountryUnited 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.
U91 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21U91?

The code HLFXGB21U91 belongs to Sussex Coast Agencies, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21U91?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21U91 is Sussex Coast Agencies. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21U91.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21U91 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 U91 identifies the department Sussex Coast Agencies.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21U91 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21U91 with the recipient before you confirm.

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