SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y53

HLFXGB21Y53 belongs to Halifax PLC in Brighton, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Y53

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Y53
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeY53
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBrighton Western Rd - 111413
CityBrighton
CountryUnited 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.
Y53 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/BIC code HLFXGB21Y53?

HLFXGB21Y53 identifies Brighton Western Rd - 111413, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Brighton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y53?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y53 points to Brighton Western Rd - 111413. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Y53.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of HLFXGB21Y53 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Y53 identifies the branch Brighton Western Rd - 111413.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Y53 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21Y53 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

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