SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V74
HLFXGB21V74 belongs to Halifax PLC in Upminster, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21V74 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | V74 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Upminster |
| City | Upminster |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- V74 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21V74?
The code HLFXGB21V74 belongs to Upminster, part of Halifax PLC in Upminster, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21V74 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21V74.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21V74 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21V74 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of HLFXGB21V74 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and V74 is the code of the branch Upminster.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.