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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y44

HLFXGB21Y44 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Y44

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Y44
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeY44
BankHalifax PLC
BranchYeadon (111486
CityLeeds
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.
Y44 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21Y44?

The code HLFXGB21Y44 belongs to Yeadon (111486, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y44?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y44 is Yeadon (111486. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21Y44 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21Y44 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21Y44.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Y44 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21Y44 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

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