SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y42
HLFXGB21Y42 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Y42 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Y42 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Yate |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United 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.
- Y42 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21Y42?
HLFXGB21Y42 identifies Yate, part of Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y42?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y42 points to Yate. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Y42.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Y42 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21Y42 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of HLFXGB21Y42 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and Y42 identifies the branch Yate.
Do I need HLFXGB21Y42 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21Y42.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.