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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Z01

HLFXGB21Z01 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Z01

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Z01
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeZ01
BankHalifax PLC
BranchInternet Banking Halifax - (116457
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.
Z01 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 HLFXGB21Z01?

HLFXGB21Z01 identifies Internet Banking Halifax - (116457, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21Z01 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21Z01.

What does each part of HLFXGB21Z01 mean?

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 Z01 identifies the branch Internet Banking Halifax - (116457.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21Z01 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21Z01 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Z01?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Z01 is Internet Banking Halifax - (116457. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Z01.

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