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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y57

HLFXGB21Y57 belongs to Halifax PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Y57

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Y57
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeY57
BankHalifax PLC
Branch—
CityLiverpool
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
Y57 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

What bank uses BIC HLFXGB21Y57?

The code HLFXGB21Y57 belongs to Halifax PLC, part of Halifax PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21Y57 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21Y57.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

What does each part of HLFXGB21Y57 mean?

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 Y57 identifies the branch Halifax PLC.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Y57 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21Y57 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What is the best 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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