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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U96

HLFXGB21U96 belongs to Halifax PLC in Sutton, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21U96

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21U96
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeU96
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSutton High Street
CitySutton
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.
U96 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U96?

HLFXGB21U96 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sutton High Street, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Sutton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21U96?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21U96 is Sutton High Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21U96.

What does each part of HLFXGB21U96 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and U96 is the code of the branch Sutton High Street.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Do I need HLFXGB21U96 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21U96.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

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