SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A05
HLFXGB21A05 belongs to Halifax PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21A05 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | A05 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Aberdeen 201 Union St - 110891 |
| City | Aberdeen |
| Country | United 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.
- A05 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 branch is behind BIC HLFXGB21A05?
The code HLFXGB21A05 belongs to Aberdeen 201 Union St - 110891, part of Halifax PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21A05 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and A05 identifies the department Aberdeen 201 Union St - 110891.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21A05 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21A05 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21A05 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21A05.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A05?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A05 points to Aberdeen 201 Union St - 110891. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21A05 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.