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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y62

HLFXGB21Y62 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Y62

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Y62
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeY62
BankHalifax PLC
BranchInternet Banking Halifax (117361
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
Y62 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21Y62?

HLFXGB21Y62 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Internet Banking Halifax (117361, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Y62 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21Y62 with the recipient before sending.

Do I need HLFXGB21Y62 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21Y62.

What does each part of HLFXGB21Y62 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and Y62 identifies the branch Internet Banking Halifax (117361.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y62?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y62 points to Internet Banking Halifax (117361. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Y62.

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