SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V55

HLFXGB21V55 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21V55

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21V55
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeV55
BankHalifax PLC
BranchTottenham 520 High Road
CityLondon
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.
V55 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 BIC HLFXGB21V55?

The code HLFXGB21V55 belongs to Tottenham 520 High Road, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21V55 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and V55 identifies the department Tottenham 520 High Road.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21V55 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21V55.

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

Many banks 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.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21V55 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21V55 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

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