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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y70

HLFXGB21Y70 belongs to Halifax PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Y70

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Y70
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeY70
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHunts Cross (117991
CityLiverpool
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.
Y70 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y70?

HLFXGB21Y70 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hunts Cross (117991, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21Y70 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 Y70 identifies the department Hunts Cross (117991.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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.

Do I need HLFXGB21Y70 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21Y70.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y70?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y70 is Hunts Cross (117991. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Y70.

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