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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y51

HLFXGB21Y51 belongs to Halifax PLC in York, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Y51

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Y51
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeY51
BankHalifax PLC
BranchYork Stonebow
CityYork
CountryUnited 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.
Y51 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 HLFXGB21Y51?

The code HLFXGB21Y51 belongs to York Stonebow, a unit of Halifax PLC in York, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21Y51 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 Y51 identifies the department York Stonebow.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y51?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y51 points to York Stonebow. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21Y51 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21Y51 for a euro transfer 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 do need HLFXGB21Y51.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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