SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A10

HLFXGB21A10 belongs to Halifax PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21A10

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21A10
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeA10
BankHalifax PLC
BranchAberdeen, John Street
CityAberdeen
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.
A10 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21A10?

The code HLFXGB21A10 belongs to Aberdeen, John Street, part of Halifax PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A10?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A10 points to Aberdeen, John Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21A10 if the recipient asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21A10 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and A10 is the code of the department Aberdeen, John Street.

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.

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