SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Z06
HLFXGB21Z06 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Z06 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Z06 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Internet Banking Halifax (116477 |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- Z06 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21Z06?
HLFXGB21Z06 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Internet Banking Halifax (116477, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Z06?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Z06 is Internet Banking Halifax (116477. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Z06.
Do I need HLFXGB21Z06 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21Z06.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What does each part of HLFXGB21Z06 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 Z06 is the code of the branch Internet Banking Halifax (116477.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.