SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y27
HLFXGB21Y27 belongs to Halifax PLC in Worksop, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Y27 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Y27 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Worksop |
| City | Worksop |
| 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.
- Y27 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 code HLFXGB21Y27?
HLFXGB21Y27 identifies Worksop, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Worksop, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y27?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y27 is Worksop. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Y27.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21Y27 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Y27 is the code of the branch Worksop.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21Y27 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21Y27.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.