SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y43
HLFXGB21Y43 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Y43 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Y43 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Yate North Parade |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- Y43 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21Y43?
The code HLFXGB21Y43 belongs to Yate North Parade, part of Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21Y43 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Y43 identifies the branch Yate North Parade.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Y43 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21Y43 with the recipient before sending.
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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21Y43 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21Y43.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.