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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Z10

HLFXGB21Z10 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Z10

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Z10
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeZ10
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPo Box 548 (116687
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.
Z10 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 BIC HLFXGB21Z10?

The code HLFXGB21Z10 belongs to Po Box 548 (116687, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21Z10 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Z10 is the code of the department Po Box 548 (116687.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

Do I need HLFXGB21Z10 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21Z10.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Z10 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21Z10 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

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