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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A14

HLFXGB21A14 belongs to Halifax PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21A14

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21A14
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeA14
BankHalifax PLC
BranchAberdeen, University
CityAberdeen
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
A14 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 HLFXGB21A14?

HLFXGB21A14 identifies Aberdeen, University, a unit 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 HLFXGB21A14 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and A14 identifies the branch Aberdeen, University.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21A14 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21A14.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A14?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A14 points to Aberdeen, University. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21A14 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.